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101

American

[wuhn-oh-wuhn] / ˈwʌn oʊˈwʌn /

adjective

comprising the introductory material in or as if in a course of study (used postpositively).

Economics 101; Life 101; It's Jungle 101 on a trip up the Amazon.

Etymology

Origin of 101

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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The World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency over the outbreak in the DRC, which has seen 550 confirmed infections, including 101 deaths.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The Rams had some dedicated sign-waving fans make their presence felt on a bridge over the 101 Freeway last season, but a recent survey said the team is the third-most popular team in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

West Mercia Police added that any other information about their whereabouts could be shared by calling 101.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

MMA’s boiling point is 101 degrees Celsius, and the tank’s gauge only detects temperatures up to 100 degrees.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

In 1955, element 101 was named mendelevium in his honor.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson

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