semicentenary

/ˌsɛmiˈsɛntəˌnɛri/
noun
  1. A 50th anniversary or a period of 50 years.
    • Her grandparents' semicentenary was marked by a family reunion.
    • The town celebrated its semicentenary with a parade and fireworks.
    • The university published a book for its semicentenary.
adjective
  1. Relating to a 50th anniversary or a period of 50 years.
    • They released a special edition coin for the semicentenary event.
    • The museum hosted a semicentenary exhibition of local history.
    • The semicentenary celebration included speeches from former presidents.
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