Meaning of the word century in English
What does century mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
century
US /ˈsen.tʃər.i/
UK /ˈsen.tʃər.i/
Noun
1.
a period of one hundred years
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The 20th century saw rapid technological advancements.
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This building is over a century old.
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2.
a score of one hundred runs by a batsman in cricket
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He scored a magnificent century in the final match.
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The crowd cheered as he reached his century.
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