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Era
01
a period of history marked by particular features or events
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(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
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(geology) a subdivision of time that divides eon into smaller units
era
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Example
The discovery of penicillin marked the start of a new era in medical treatment and antibiotics.
The fall of the Berlin Wall marked the beginning of a new era in European politics.
The postwar era saw the emergence of new political ideologies and alliances.
The book criticized the benighted attitudes of society during that era.
The Victorian era saw the popularity of the victoria carriage among the upper class for its stylish design and comfortable seating.
