Word of the Day

semiquincentennial

[sem-ee-kwin-sen-ten-ee-uhl]

noun:

a 250th anniversary or its celebration

Explanation

A semiquincentennial recognizes 250 years — a milestone whose name comes from three Latin elements that add up to "halfway to 500." Across the United States, patriotic festivities are marking the country's semiquincentennial on July 4th. Happy 250th birthday, America!

Example: The nation planned a grand celebration to mark the semiquincentennial of its founding.

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