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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

The LTA points to the 23 players ranked between 101 and 300 as a sign of depth.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

At the same time, she gets poor marks from her council colleagues, her progressive allies and community leaders in Politics 101: Working with others, forging alliances and listening to other points of view.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

It was about 99.5 degrees in the morning, went up to 101 in the middle of the day, and fell back to 99.5 in the evening.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien

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