one hundred and one

The term "one hundred and one" can refer to the number 101, often used to signify an introductory level in education or a large quantity in general usage.

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Definition

A2Mathematics

(technical)The natural number that follows 100 and precedes 102.

Example

  • The number 101 is a prime number.
  • In the sequence, 101 comes right after 100.

B2Education

(informal)Used to describe an introductory or basic level of understanding in a subject.

Example

  • The course is titled 'Biology 101' to indicate it is for beginners.
  • Understanding grammar rules is English 101.

B1General

(informal)A large number or a great many.

Example

  • She had one hundred and one reasons to be happy.
  • We discussed one hundred and one different topics.

Similar

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