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centuries

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈsɛntʃɝiz// UK //sˈɛntʃəɹɪz// cen·turies

n. periods of one hundred years. You use this word to talk about long stretches of history.

n. plural form of the unit of time equal to one hundred years. Often used to describe historical eras or very long durations.


SIMPLE

The castle has stood for many centuries.

CONTEXTUAL

Historians have studied how the local climate changed over several centuries by looking at old farming records.

COMPLEX

The cathedral represents a blend of architectural styles that evolved over many centuries, reflecting the changing tastes and technologies of the various builders who worked on it.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'century'; frequently used in the phrase 'for centuries' to indicate a very long time.

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