era

• 名词，指历史上一段漫长而特征鲜明的时期，通常以特定事件、特征或变化为标志；也可指某个事物发展过程中的一个重要阶段。

A noun referring to a long and distinct period of history, often marked by particular events, characteristics, or developments.

1. Historical periodB1formal

   A long and distinct period of history with a particular characteristic or event.

   时代

   • The Victorian era was known for its strict social norms.
   • We are living in the digital era.
   • The Renaissance era brought great advancements in art and science.

   同义词ageeonepochperiodtime

   反义词instantmoment

2. C1formalscientific

   A major division of geological time, subdivided into periods.

   地质时代

   • The Mesozoic era is known as the age of dinosaurs.
   • Fossils from the Paleozoic era are found in this region.
   • The Cenozoic era began after the extinction of the dinosaurs.