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Centenary - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Centenary refers to the 100th anniversary of a significant event or the celebration of such an occasion. It is often used to mark milestones, like a centenary year or centenary commemoration.

centenary

/sɛnˈtɛnəri/ /sɛnˈtiːnəri/

Definition:

The 100th anniversary of a significant event.

Synonyms:

centennial, hundredth anniversary, century mark

Part of Speech:

noun, adjective

Antonyms:

beginning, inception, start

Common Collocations:

centenary celebration, centenary year, centenary edition

Derivatives:

centenarian, bicentenary

Usage Tips:

Use "centenary" for formal occasions marking 100 years; "centennial" is more common in American English.

Common Phrases:

centenary bash, once in a centenary, centenary milestone

Etymology:

From Latin "centenarius," meaning "of a hundred," via French "centenaire."

Examples:

  • 1. The town celebrated its centenary with a grand parade last weekend.
  • 2. Our school’s centenary will be marked by special events next year.
  • 3. She received an award during the company’s centenary gala.
  • 4. The museum published a centenary edition of its most famous book.

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