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Definition epic in American English

epic noun

[countable] noun
/ˈepɪk/
1

a long poem that tells a story about ancient people and gods

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ballad blank verse cycle
1.1

a long book or movie about famous and exciting people and events from the past

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animation anime biopic adaptation allegory anecdote
1.2

an event or activity that lasts a long time and is sometimes difficult or complicated

Example

the battle of Gettysburg and other Civil War epics

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eternity light years ages
Definition epic in American English