English · Numbers & Time
era
/ˈɪərə/
[/ˈɪərə/]
a distinct period
Advancednoun
Definition
A long and distinct period of history with a particular character.
Example
The invention of the internet began a new era in communication.
The invention of the internet began a new era in communication.
Etymology
From Latin "aera," a number used as a basis for reckoning time.
How & Where It’s Used
Names a major historical period defined by key features.