Ad (Adverb)
Meaning
In the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born; "in AD 200".
Examples
- The first church was built in AD 300 in what is now Italy.
- In AD 1215, the Magna Carta was signed by King John of England.
- The city's rich history dates back to AD 1054 when the cathedral was constructed.
- She was particularly interested in learning about the medieval Europe from AD 500 onwards.
- A local museum claimed to have an artifact that dates back to AD 1100.