Era

/ˈi‍əɹɐ/

/ˈɛɹə/, /ˈɪɹə/

[noun]

Era

[NOUN]

a period of history marked by particular features or events

synonyms : epoch

(baseball) a measure of a pitcher's effectiveness; calculated as the average number of earned runs allowed by the pitcher for every nine innings pitched

synonyms : earned run average

(geology) a subdivision of time that divides eon into smaller units

synonyms : geological era

Examples

1. A new era had begun.

2. The old painting depicted a picturesque landscape from a bygone era.

3. My friend collects vintage watches from different eras.

4. We are on the threshold of a new era in global relations.