What is the meaning of the word "anno domini"?

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  1. A Latin phrase meaning "in the year of the Lord", the full form of the abbreviation AD, which is used when referring to a year after Jesus Christ was born. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • The Roman Empire reached its height of power in the first century anno Domini. copy to clipboard
  2. An abbreviation for "in the year of our Lord" copy to clipboard ADJECTIVE
    • Written records indicate that the city has existed continuously for over two millennia, since 79 AD. copy to clipboard
  3. Used to indicate that a time division falls within the Christian era. copy to clipboard adverb
    • Scholars believe that the ancient civilization thrived around 400 BC, while its decline began shortly after the turn of the first century A.D.. copy to clipboard

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