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Millennium

Noun - General Definition:

A millennium refers to a period of one thousand years.

Example sentence: The Great Pyramid of Giza was constructed over a millennium ago.

Noun - Specific Definition:

In the Gregorian calendar, the millennium refers to the period from January 1, 2000, to December 31, 2999.

Example sentence: Celebrations were held worldwide to welcome the new millennium.

Noun - Popular Usage:

In popular usage, the term millennium refers to a significant period of new beginnings, transformation, or hope for the future.

Example sentence: The invention of smartphones marked the beginning of a new technological millennium.

Noun - Local Usage:

In local usage, millennium may refer to a specific period of time that holds cultural or historical significance within a particular community.

Example sentence: The tribal elders passed down stories of ancient rituals that date back to a millennium ago.

Adjective:

The adjective form, millennium, describes something related to or occurring once every thousand years.

Example sentence: The comet's appearance was a millennial event, captivating astronomers.

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