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centigrade

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Adj — Divided into 100 equal degrees or units.

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Etymology

From Latin centi- ("hundred") + gradus ("step, degree") — literally "having a hundred steps".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “centigrade” mean?

The word “centigrade” means divided into 100 equal degrees or units. In plain terms, a temperature scale with 100 degrees between freezing and boiling; another name for Celsius.

How do you use “centigrade” in a sentence?

Here is “centigrade” used in a sentence: “The thermometer uses a centigrade scale.”

What part of speech is “centigrade”?

Depending on how it is used, “centigrade” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “centigrade” come from?

The word “centigrade” comes from Latin. From Latin centi- ("hundred") + gradus ("step, degree") — literally "having a hundred steps".

How many meanings does “centigrade” have?

“Centigrade” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: divided into 100 equal degrees or units.

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