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Meaning of years
a period of 365 days, or 366 days in a leap year
Etymology of years
The word "years" originates from Old English "gear", which is derived from Proto-Germanic "jeriz" and Proto-Indo-European "yer-", related to Latin "annus" and Greek "horos", meaning a period of time or a cycle
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to refer to a period of 365 days, and its meaning has expanded to include other senses over time
Synonyms
Definitions
- A period of 365 days, or 366 days in a leap year
- * A long period of time, especially one marked by a particular event or circumstance
- * A stage or period of life, especially one characterized by a particular activity or interest
Usage Examples
- I've been studying French for five years
- * The company has been in business for over 20 years
- * She's been working as a teacher for 10 years