noun

era

EER-uh/ˈɪrə/

A period of time marked by particular events or characteristics.

The locomotive, mill, and paddle steamer depict the steam era.

The steam era represented by one coherent nineteenth-century riverside scene: a steam locomotive passes a brick textile mill while a paddle steamer travels on the adjacent river.

Etymology

eraLatinstarting point for reckoning time

Latin aera named a starting point from which time was reckoned. The meaning shifted from that chronological starting point to a historical period, such as one distinguished by particular events.

In context

English with Qaiser Sajjad0:21

The Jacobean era was marked by a shift from the Renaissance era towards a more Baroque style. The Baroque style was characterized by an emphasis on emotions, vivid imagery, and a fascination with religious and mythological themes.

Jacobean Age || Major Events || Writers and Works

More examples

A new era began after the agreement.
The building belongs to an earlier era.
Her retirement marked the end of an era.

Forms

era · eras

Similar words

period: Any span of time.
epoch: A significant period marked by notable developments.