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
1
earned run average
2
Equal Rights Amendment
Examples of era in a Sentence
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.
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Meg Walters, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024
The Blackhawks’ uniform features a classic lace-neck collar, reminiscent of hockey’s early days, complemented by a vintage cream color intended to capture the nostalgic spirit of the Original Six era when the NHL consisted of only six teams including the Blackhawks.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
This is supposed to be the new era in college athlete economic empowerment, when institutions of higher learning are supporting the financial prerogatives of their most physically gifted.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Before departure, a team from NPR climbed aboard what is, in effect, a ghost ship — a relic from the era of great liners that connected North America with Europe.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Cundy, for instance, has since made a career out of the fame of the brief heyday of the WAG era.
—Meg Walters, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024
The Blackhawks’ uniform features a classic lace-neck collar, reminiscent of hockey’s early days, complemented by a vintage cream color intended to capture the nostalgic spirit of the Original Six era when the NHL consisted of only six teams including the Blackhawks.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
This is supposed to be the new era in college athlete economic empowerment, when institutions of higher learning are supporting the financial prerogatives of their most physically gifted.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Before departure, a team from NPR climbed aboard what is, in effect, a ghost ship — a relic from the era of great liners that connected North America with Europe.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for era
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“Era.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/era. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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