1. noun /ˈɛpɪk/
a) An extended narrative poem in elevated or dignified language, celebrating the feats of a deity or demigod (heroic epic) or other legendary or traditional hero.
The Icelandic epic took all night to recite.
The book was an epic in four volumes.
2. adjective /ˈɛpɪk/
a) Of, or relating to, an epic.
Beowulf is an epic poem.
b) Momentously heroic
The epic defense was rewarded with the highest military decorations
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