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bce

Part of Speech: noun, abbreviation

Definition: BCE stands for Before Common Era. It is a dating system commonly used in historical and scientific contexts. It refers to the time period before the year 1 in the Gregorian calendar.

Sense 1:

Usage: Many historians use BCE to refer to dates prior to the birth of Jesus Christ, as it is a more neutral and inclusive alternative to BC (Before Christ).

Example Sentence: The construction of the Great Wall of China began around the 3rd century BCE.

Sense 2:

Usage: BCE is often utilized in scholarly research, scientific articles, and archaeological discussions to express dates and timeframes.

Example Sentence: The data obtained from the excavation site suggests that the artifacts found there date back to approximately 1200 BCE.

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