Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
circa
preposition
/ˈsɜːr.kə/
Definition
approximately or around (used especially with dates)
Examples
- Circa 1800, the region underwent significant changes.
- The painting was created circa 1905.
- We expect the report to be completed circa next week.
Meaning
The term ‘circa’ is used to indicate that a date or amount is not exact but is close to the stated figure.
Synonyms
- approximately
- about
- around
