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Definition of fifties
fifties
/ˈfɪf.tiz/
fif · ties
Plural:fifties
fifties Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
3
Tier
1
Usage
Top 5k
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
The numbers from 50 to 59, especially the years of a century or the years of a person's life.
Example
"Many people begin to plan seriously for retirement during their fifties."
2
The decade from 1950 to 1959, often associated with post-war economic growth and distinct cultural trends.
Example
"Rock and roll music gained widespread popularity during the fifties."
3
A range of temperatures, speeds, or scores between 50 and 59.
Example
"Temperatures are expected to remain in the high fifties throughout the afternoon."
4
Banknotes or coins having a monetary value of fifty units of a currency (plural of fifty).
Example
"The cashier handed him the change in crisp twenties and fifties."
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