Century
Noun
UK
/ˈsentʃəri/
US
/ˈsɛnʧəri/
Definition
A period of 100 years.
Example
"The castle was built in the 12th century."
"The 21st century has seen great advances in technology and global communication."
"The player scored a century in the cricket match, bringing joy to his fans."
Explanation
A century is a period of 100 years. People often use it to talk about history or time. For example, the 20th century refers to the years from 1901 to 2000. In sports like cricket, a century also means a player scoring 100 runs. It shows a large amount of time or an important achievement. Talking about centuries helps us measure long time periods and understand the history of people, cultures, and inventions.