Definition and Meaning of the Word “Year” in English

Definition

A year is the time period of roughly 365¼ solar days, representing the duration required for Earth to complete one full orbit around the Sun.

Usage Example

“It took him a year to complete the project.”

The word is used to describe a span of twelve months or the cycle marking the passage of time in calendars and astronomical observation.


Author’s Summary: A year defines the 365¼-day period marking Earth’s complete solar orbit, forming the basis of the annual calendar and measurement of time.

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Merriam-Webster Merriam-Webster — 2025-11-28

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