Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
years
Noun
/jɪrz/
Definition
A period of 12 months; a unit of time used to measure durations.
Examples
- She has lived here for five years.
- He graduated from college three years ago.
- Over the years, they have become close friends.
Meaning
Years are commonly used to indicate time intervals, such as age or historical timelines.
Synonyms
- Anniversaries
- 12-month periods
- Age
