Anno Domini

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In the year of the Christian era; as, a. d. 1887.

Adv.

1.

anno Domini - in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born; "in AD 200" Synonyms: A.D., AD

ANNO DOMINI, in the year of our Lord, abbreviated, A. D. The computation of time from the incarnation of our Saviour which is used as the date of all public deeds in the United States and Christian countries, on which account it is called the "vulgar vera."

A.D., AD