semicentennial

/ˌsɛmiˌsɛnˈtɛniəl/
noun
  1. A 50th anniversary or the celebration of it.
    • The museum published a special book to mark its semicentennial.
    • The town held a parade and fireworks for its semicentennial.
    • My grandparents are planning a big party for their company's semicentennial.
adjective
  1. Relating to a 50th anniversary or a period of 50 years.
    • The semicentennial celebration included speeches from former leaders.
    • They released a semicentennial edition of the classic novel.
    • The park was renovated as part of the city's semicentennial project.
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