era

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noun

ˈer-ə

ˈe-rə,

ˈir-ə

: a fixed point in time from which a series of years is reckoned

: a memorable or important date or event

especially : one that begins a new period in the history of a person or thing

: a system of chronological notation computed from a given date as basis

: a period identified by some prominent figure or characteristic feature

the era of the horse and buggy

: a stage in development (as of a person or thing)

: a large division of geologic time usually shorter than an eon

Paleozoic era

Synonyms

Noun

age
day
epoch
period
time

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Example Sentences

Noun the era of the horse and buggy We're just now entering an era of great prosperity. His death marks the end of an era.

Recent Examples on the Web

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While debuting the trailer at TIFF, Chazelle spoke of his desire to subvert audience expectations of what Hollywood was like during the silent era.

Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 13 Sep. 2022 The jump comes during an era of rapid growth for the university.

Rebecca Griesbach | Rgriesbach@al.com, al, 12 Sep. 2022 The biggest challenge working festivals during the Covid era is… Everything!

Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2022 During the civil-rights era, he was seen by Black critics (including actor Ossie Davis) as being too submissive toward whites.

Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2022 The Irish were 4-0 wearing green during the Brian Kelly era — and will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak in them this time.

Tom Coyne, ajc, 10 Sep. 2022 The Irish were 4-0 wearing green during the Brian Kelly era — and will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak in them this time.

Tom Coyne, Chicago Tribune, 10 Sep. 2022 Historic declines in math and reading scores during the lockdown era plus an embrace of anti-American propaganda by the educational establishment have left many U.S. parents desperate for new school options.

James Freeman, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 Other demonstrations and boycotts against BYU erupted during the civil rights era, according to the Utah Historical Quarterly, including in Fort Collins, Colo.; San Jose, Calif.; and El Paso, Texas.

David Noyce, The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Late Latin aera, from Latin, counters, plural of aer-, aes copper, money — more at ore

First Known Use

Noun

1615, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

单词	eras
释义	era 1 of 2 noun ˈer-ə ˈe-rə, ˈir-ə 1 a : a fixed point in time from which a series of years is reckoned b : a memorable or important date or event especially : one that begins a new period in the history of a person or thing 2 : a system of chronological notation computed from a given date as basis 3 a : a period identified by some prominent figure or characteristic feature the era of the horse and buggy b : a stage in development (as of a person or thing) c : a large division of geologic time usually shorter than an eon Paleozoic era ERA 2 of 2 abbreviation 1 earned run average 2 Equal Rights Amendment Synonyms Noun age day epoch period time See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun the era of the horse and buggy We're just now entering an era of great prosperity. His death marks the end of an era. Recent Examples on the Web Noun While debuting the trailer at TIFF, Chazelle spoke of his desire to subvert audience expectations of what Hollywood was like during the silent era. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 13 Sep. 2022 The jump comes during an era of rapid growth for the university. Rebecca Griesbach \| Rgriesbach@al.com, al, 12 Sep. 2022 The biggest challenge working festivals during the Covid era is… Everything! Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2022 During the civil-rights era, he was seen by Black critics (including actor Ossie Davis) as being too submissive toward whites. Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2022 The Irish were 4-0 wearing green during the Brian Kelly era — and will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak in them this time. Tom Coyne, ajc, 10 Sep. 2022 The Irish were 4-0 wearing green during the Brian Kelly era — and will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak in them this time. Tom Coyne, Chicago Tribune, 10 Sep. 2022 Historic declines in math and reading scores during the lockdown era plus an embrace of anti-American propaganda by the educational establishment have left many U.S. parents desperate for new school options. James Freeman, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 Other demonstrations and boycotts against BYU erupted during the civil rights era, according to the Utah Historical Quarterly, including in Fort Collins, Colo.; San Jose, Calif.; and El Paso, Texas. David Noyce, The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Late Latin aera, from Latin, counters, plural of aer-, aes copper, money — more at ore First Known Use Noun 1615, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Phrases Containing era Islamic era Christian era vulgar era Muslim era Islamic era Christian era vulgar era Muslim era Kids Definition era noun ˈer-ə ˈir-ə 1 : a period of time starting from some special date or event or known for a certain feature the computer era 2 : an important period of history the colonial era eras noun plural of era as in ages an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing the introduction of the mass production of cars on an assembly line ushered in the era of the automobile Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance ages days epochs periods times years generations spaces cycles dates spans vintages spells stretches bits whiles
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