circa

[ sur-kuh ]

preposition

1. about: used especially in approximate dates: : ca, ca., c., c, cir., circ.

   The Venerable Bede was born circa 673.

circa

/ ˈsɜːkə /

preposition

1. (used with a date) at the approximate time of Abbreviationc.ca.

   circa 1182 bc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of circa¹

First recorded in 1860–65; from Latin: “around, about,” akin to circus circus

Word History and Origins

Origin of circa¹

Latin: about; related to Latin circus circle, circus

Example Sentences

"Arcane" strips away any illusions of selflessness . . . in the process also holding a mirror up to fascist America circa 2024.

From Salon

In so doing, “Arcane” strips away any illusions of selflessness even as it acknowledges her valid pain, in the process also holding a mirror up to fascist America circa 2024.

From Salon

In Memphis, Tenn., circa 1916, Piggly Wiggly opened its doors, offering the first self-service grocery vendor.

From Los Angeles Times

Anti-home rule postcard, circa 1912.

From Salon

"We know the opportunity is there yet we have currently only circa 45 little Waitrose convenience shops," said a Waitrose spokesperson.

From BBC