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centenary
[sen-ten-uh-ree, sen-tn-er-ee, sen-tee-nuh-ree]
adjective
of or relating to a period of 100 years.
recurring once in every 100 years.
a centenary celebration.
noun
plural
centenariesa centennial.
a period of 100 years; century.
centenary
/ ɛˈپːəɪ /
adjective
of or relating to a period of 100 years
occurring once every 100 years
noun
a 100th anniversary or its celebration
Word History and Origins
Origin of centenary1
Word History and Origins
Origin of centenary1
Example Sentences
Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Los Angeles Philharmonic celebrated the centenary of Pierre Boulez’s birth with an extravagance of sonic invention and dance.
As Malcolm X’s centenary approaches on May 19, books about his life have been flowing fast, furious and by any means necessary.
With its centenary approaching next year, special events are being planned, including an exhibition.
The film is about Burton's early life growing up in the Afan Valley, Neath Port Talbot, and has been released to mark the centenary of his birth.
In 1991, Crufts' centenary show moved venues again, this time to the NEC in Birmingham - the first time the show had moved from London, and where it has stayed ever since.
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