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Etymology

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From semi- (half) +‎ centennial (100 year, 100th anniversary), q.v.

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Adjective

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semicentennial (not comparable)

  1. Of or related to a 50th anniversary, occurring every 50 years.

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Noun

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semicentennial (plural semicentennials)

  1. A 50th anniversary.
    The city celebrated its semicentennial last year.

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