Considering that "semicentennial" refers to 50 years and "centennial" refers to 100 years and "bicentennial" refers to 200 years, what similar word is appropriate for 150 years?
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A little more research and I've found the answer to my own question!– TomToonzCommented Dec 16, 2016 at 17:52
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"Sesquicentennial" is the answer I was seeking.– TomToonzCommented Dec 16, 2016 at 17:54
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Related: Prefix or adjective meaning “one and a half”– chosterCommented Dec 16, 2016 at 18:24
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@choster It's not just related; the top answer there answers this question.– Andrew Leach ♦Commented Dec 16, 2016 at 18:54
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That would be sesquicentennial; the prefix sesqui means one-and-a-half times.
answered Dec 16, 2016 at 17:54
