ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Circa

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈsɜːkə/ · Part of speech preposition

Quick meaning: Circa is a preposition meaning Approximately, about, around (typically in relation to time).

Meaning

Approximately, about, around (typically in relation to time).

Example Sentences

Julius Caesar visited this area circa 50 BC.
Political talent scouts have called South Dakota's John Thune "the Republican Obama" because his low profile, youth and presidential bearing recall the unknown Illinois Democrat circa January 2007.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include vers, worms, roughly, toward, verse, about.

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