timeline

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/ˈtaɪmˌlaɪn/ English

Definitions

noun

A graphical representation of a chronological sequence of events (past or future); a chronology.
A schedule of activities; a timetable.
An individual universe or reality, especially a parallel/alternate one in which events differ from actual history, or differ from the established canon of a fictional world.

verb

To analyse a sequence of events or activities.
To display such a sequence graphically.

noun

A metaphorical conception of time as a stream, or flowing body of water.“By killing his great-grandfather, the time traveller disrupted the timestream.”

Related words

Synonyms

chronology schedule timetable calendaring calendar chronological scheduling sequence timing time-scale agenda historical timescale timeframe time-table plan

Associated

flashpoint paleontology wikipedia erased weakening decisions strengthening events comprising history

Rhymes

time line crime line maritime line slime line

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