Definition

A celebration or event marking the 400th anniversary of something.

Example

The city held a grand festival for its quatercentenary, celebrating 400 years of history.

Conversation

Did you hear about the quatercentenary celebration in town?

No, I hadn't! What are they planning for it?

They're organizing a big festival with music and food.

That sounds amazing! I can't wait to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quatercentenary → It is formed from "quater" (from Latin "quater", meaning four times) and "centenary" (from Latin "centenarius", meaning a hundred). The word refers to a celebration or event occurring every four hundred years.

Memory Tip

Think of 'four times' ('quater') and 'a hundred' ('centenary') to remember that a quatercentenary is a celebration that happens every four hundred years.

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