Centennial ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Centennial ( adjective )

1. Relating to or marking the completion of 100 years.
2. Occurring once every 100 years.

Origin:

From the latin word "centum" meaning "one hundred" and the suffix "-ennial" meaning "relating to a period of 100 years".

Examples:

1. The city celebrated its centennial anniversary with a parade and fireworks show.
2. The country is preparing for its centennial independence celebrations.
3. The school's centennial reunion brought together alumni from across the decades.
4. The company marked its centennial by launching a new product line.
5. The museum's centennial exhibition featured artifacts from its founding to present day.

(As a noun)

Centennial ( noun )

1. Relating to or marking the completion of 100 years.
2. Occurring once every 100 years.

Origin:

From the latin word "centum" meaning "one hundred" and the suffix "-ennial" meaning "relating to a period of 100 years".

Examples:

1. The city celebrated its centennial anniversary with a parade and fireworks show.
2. The country is preparing for its centennial independence celebrations.
3. The school's centennial reunion brought together alumni from across the decades.
4. The company marked its centennial by launching a new product line.
5. The museum's centennial exhibition featured artifacts from its founding to present day.