Bicentennial: meaning, definitions and examples
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bicentennial
[ baɪˈsɛn.tə.ni.əl ]
yearly celebration
A bicentennial marks the 200th anniversary of a significant event, such as the founding of a country or organization. It is often celebrated with various events and festivities.
Synonyms
200th anniversary, bicentennial celebration.
Examples of usage
- The city is planning a grand parade for its bicentennial.
- The school organized a bicentennial exhibit highlighting its history.
- Many countries celebrate their bicentennial with cultural events.
relating to anniversaries
Bicentennial describes anything that is related to or occurring every 200 years. This term applies to celebrations, events, or characteristics significant to such a timeframe.
Synonyms
200-year, bi-centenary.
Examples of usage
- The bicentennial edition of the book features updated information.
- We attended a bicentennial festival focusing on local history.
- The bicentennial committee is planning various activities.
Translations
Translations of the word "bicentennial" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bicentenário
🇮🇳 द्विशताब्दी
🇩🇪 Bicentennial
🇮🇩 bicentennial
🇺🇦 двохсотліття
🇵🇱 bicentennial
🇯🇵 二百年記念
🇫🇷 bicentenaire
🇪🇸 bicentenario
🇹🇷 ikiyüzüncü yıl
🇰🇷 200주년
🇸🇦 الذكرى المئويتان
🇨🇿 bicentennial
🇸🇰 bicentennial
🇨🇳 双百年纪念
🇸🇮 bicentennial
🇮🇸 tvö hundruð ára afmæli
🇰🇿 екі жүз жылдық
🇬🇪 ორი სუნდა
🇦🇿 ikiyüzillik
🇲🇽 bicentenario
Etymology
The term "bicentennial" comes from the Latin prefix "bi-" meaning "two" and "centennial" which originates from the Latin "centennium" meaning "a hundred years." The concept of marking anniversaries is deeply ingrained in various cultures as a way to celebrate milestones. The word began to gain usage in the 19th century, coinciding with various national celebrations, particularly the United States' bicentennial in 1976, marking 200 years since the Declaration of Independence. Since then, it has been used to refer to many significant 200-year anniversaries across the globe.