Centenary

/sɛnˈtɛn.ə.ri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The hundredth anniversary of a significant event.

The city organized a grand celebration to mark the centenary of its founding.

A period of 100 years.

The centenary of the institution will be celebrated next year.

A centenary period in certain cultures may also signify a time of reflection and gratitude.

The centenary occasion brought together former students and faculty to share their experiences.

From Latin 'centenarium', from 'centeni' meaning 'hundred each'.

centenary celebrations

Events held to commemorate a hundred years since an important event.

centenary year

The year in which a hundred years are completed since an event.

century

A period of 100 years.

millennium

A period of 1000 years.