Chronology Definition & Meaning

chronology
noun
  1. an arrangement of events in time
  2. a record of events in the order of their occurrence
  3. the determination of the actual temporal sequence of past events

"Chronology" in song lyrics

See how chronology is used in real songs:

  • "And pick apart the Star Wars chronology"
    Devo Spice f/ Worm Quartet — Nothin' But a Geek Thang
  • "So it's probably end-time chronology"
    Rainman f/ Raman, Robby Balboa, Samsonite — Make It
  • "shakespeare chronology"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "chronology"

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