Era Definition & Meaning

era
noun
  1. a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event
  2. a major division of geological time; an era is usually divided into two or more periods
  3. (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

"Era" in song lyrics

See how era is used in real songs:

  • "I wipe placenta off my face in the height of the disco era"
    Aesop Rock — Food, Clothes, Medicine
  • "Andre Nicky from the Tyson era"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Da Spitz
  • "Life style like a menace, child livin for rounds for Queensbridge era"
    Big Noyd — Episodes of a Hustla

Usage tips for "era"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "era" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for era to find words that pair well.

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