era — a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪrə/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother often talks about the era when smartphones didn't exist.
- The era of wearing pajamas to Zoom meetings has officially ended.
- Historians divide ancient Rome into different eras based on its rulers.
era
NOUN[/ˈɪrə/]
a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
The steam era transformed how people traveled across the country.
Each era transforms the opera through the camera's lens!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Era derives from Latin 'aera', meaning 'a number or reference point for calculation'. Originally denoting a fixed point from which years were counted following a significant event, the term gradually evolved to encompass broader historical periods and epochs.
Breakdown
The word comes directly from Latin 'aera' (calculation basis, reference point), which underwent semantic broadening in English to signify an extended historical period or age.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother often talks about the era when smartphones didn't exist.”
“The era of wearing pajamas to Zoom meetings has officially ended.”
“Historians divide ancient Rome into different eras based on its rulers.”
“We're living in the era where my parents ask me to fix everything electronic.”
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