101
Definition
- Adjective:
- Being one more than one hundred: The number 101 is the integer that follows 100 and precedes 102. It is represented by the numerals "101".
Usage
- The word "101" is primarily used as a cardinal number to denote quantity or position in a sequence.
- It can function attributively before a noun (e.g., 101 reasons) or predicatively (e.g., The total is one hundred and one).
- In modern, informal contexts, especially in American English, "101" is often used as a postpositive adjective in course titles or labels to mean "introductory" or "basic" (e.g., Psychology 101). This usage derives from the common numbering system for introductory university courses.
Examples
Adjective (Cardinal Number):
- There are 101 dalmatians in that movie.
- She scored one hundred and one points in the game.
- Please turn to page one hundred and one.
Adjective (Informal: Introductory):
- This book is Cooking 101; it teaches you all the basics.
- You failed to lock the door? That's Security 101!
Advanced Usage
- "Something 101": A common metaphorical extension where "101" signifies the fundamental principles or most basic level of a subject, skill, or activity.
- Effective communication is Relationship 101.
- That mistake is a violation of Business Ethics 101.
Variants and Related Words
- One hundred and one: The standard written and spoken form in British English.
- A hundred and one: A common spoken variant.
- Hundred-and-first: The ordinal number (101st).
Synonyms
- Cardinal Number: A hundred and one, one hundred one (common in American English).
- Introductory Sense: Basic, elementary, fundamental, introductory, rudimentary.
Related Phrases
- "101 uses for...": A common formula for titles of lists or articles suggesting many basic applications for an item.
- I read a blog post titled "101 Uses for a Paperclip".
Related Idioms
- "A hundred and one things to do": An idiom meaning a very large number of tasks or responsibilities.
- I can't go out; I've got a hundred and one things to do.
- "Give 101 percent": An idiomatic expression meaning to exert maximum effort, beyond what is normally considered full effort (100%).
- The coach asked the team to give 101 percent in the final game.
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being one more than one hundred
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