noun
a period of one hundred years
adjective
pertaining to a period of one hundred years
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The 21st century is known for rapid technological advancements.
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I can't believe we're already in the 21st century!
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Back in the day, people used to say 'turn of the century' to refer to the late 1900s.
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The new policy is a step into the next century of healthcare.