Meaning of the word centuries in English

What does centuries mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

centuries

US /ˈsɛntʃəriz/
UK /ˈsɛntʃəriz/

Plural Noun

periods of one hundred years

Example:
For centuries, people believed the Earth was flat.
The castle has stood for many centuries.