Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ce
abbreviation
/siː/
Definition
A prefix used in various terms, often indicating ‘common era’ or denoting a certain state in scientific contexts.
Examples
- We often use 500 CE to refer to the year 500 in the Common Era.
- Archaeologists often use ‘CE’ to date ancient artifacts.
Meaning
In the context of time, ‘CE’ refers to ‘Common Era’, a notation used in the dating system.
Synonyms
- Common Era
- CE (as a standalone abbreviation)
