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100-year mark

 

[ ˈhʌndrəd-jɪər mɑːrk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

milestone

A significant point or stage in the progress or development of something that has been in existence for 100 years.

Synonyms

anniversary, centenary, centennial.

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Word Description / Examples
100-year mark

This term is best used in formal or historical contexts when referring to reaching a significant milestone of 100 years.

  • The organization celebrated its 100-year mark with a grand event
  • The 100-year mark of the treaty was a moment to reflect on its impact
centenary

Used primarily in British English, this word refers to the 100th anniversary of an event. It is suitable for both formal and historical occasions.

  • The museum held a special exhibition for the centenary of the artist’s birth
  • The town is planning a parade to mark the centenary of its founding
centennial

Mostly used in American English, this term denotes the 100th anniversary of an event and is often used in formal, historical, or institutional contexts.

  • The city celebrated its centennial with a week-long festival
  • A centennial commemorative coin was issued for the event
anniversary

This word can be used in a wide variety of contexts, both formal and informal, to indicate the date on which an event took place in a previous year, particularly in reference to annual celebrations or remembrances.

  • They celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary with a big party
  • The company is hosting an event for its 50th anniversary

Examples of usage

  • The company celebrated reaching the 100-year mark with a big party.
  • The 100-year mark is a testament to the longevity and success of the institution.

Translations

Translations of the word "100-year mark" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marca de 100 anos

🇮🇳 100-वर्षीय निशान

🇩🇪 100-Jahre-Marke

🇮🇩 tanda 100 tahun

🇺🇦 100-річна позначка

🇵🇱 znak 100-lecia

🇯🇵 100年の記念

🇫🇷 marque de 100 ans

🇪🇸 marca de 100 años

🇹🇷 100 yıllık işaret

🇰🇷 100년 기념

🇸🇦 علامة 100 عام

🇨🇿 100letá značka

🇸🇰 100-ročná značka

🇨🇳 100年标志

🇸🇮 100-letna oznaka

🇮🇸 100 ára mark

🇰🇿 100 жылдық белгі

🇬🇪 100-წლის ნიშანი

🇦🇿 100 illik işarə

🇲🇽 marca de 100 años

Etymology

The term '100-year mark' originated from the concept of commemorating a significant period of time, specifically 100 years. It is often used to acknowledge the longevity, endurance, and success of an entity or institution that has reached this milestone. Celebrating the 100-year mark is a way to honor the history, achievements, and contributions made over a century of existence.