Definition of common era in English English dictionary
the method of numbering years whereby the current internationally recognized year is 2011 on the Gregorian calendar; secular equivalent of anno Domini and the Christian Era
term which identifies the period of time since the reputed date of the birth of Christ
[ 'kä-m&n ] (adjective.) 13th century. Originally Vulgar Era. The English phrase "common Era" appears at least as early as 1715 used synonymously with "Christian Era" and "Vulgar Era".