Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cca

abbreviation
ˈsəːrkə
Definition
Cca, short for ‘circa’, is commonly used to indicate an approximate date or time.
Examples
  • The document is dated cca 1500, indicating it was created around that year.
  • The painting was made cca 1880, showcasing the art style of that era.
Meaning
The term ‘cca’ is utilized in historical contexts to suggest that a date is not exact, but rather, it is around or about a specific point in time.
Synonyms
  • approximately
  • around
  • about