It is an abbrevation for Common Era and is an alternative to the  naming of the calendar era of AD. BCE (Before Common Era) and CE  are the numerical equivalents of the ca â¦ lendar eras of BC (Before  Christ) and AD ('Anno Domini'). 632 CE means the same as 632 AD.
A Rod A rod is a unit of distance equal to 5.5 yards or 16.5 feet.
How Big is a Rod Holder? Rod holder sizes are usually measured by the tube length, flange and interior diameter. The dimensions vary per product. Many have tube lengths of 8 5/8 inches but others are longer. The flange is usually around 3-3/8 x 4-1/4â³. The holder is essential for the full time angler.