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Webster 1913 Edition
Celebration
Celˊe-bra′tion
,Noun.
[L.
celebratio
.] The act, process, or time of celebrating.
His memory deserving a particular
celebration
. Clarendok.
Celebration
of Mass is equivalent to offering Mass Cath. Dict.
To hasten the
celebration
of their marriage. Sir P. Sidney.
Webster 1828 Edition
Celebration
CELEBRATION
,Noun.
1.
Solemn performance; a distinguishing by solemn rites; as the celebration of a marriage, or of a religious festival.2.
A distinguishing by ceremonies, or by marks of joy or respect; as the celebration of a birth day, or other anniversary.3.
Praise; renown; honor or distinction bestowed, whether by songs, eulogies, or rites and ceremonies.Definition 2024
celebration
celebration
See also: célébration
English
Noun
celebration (plural celebrations)
- The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament
- The observance of a holiday or feast day, as by solemnities
- The act, process of showing appreciation, gratitude and/or remembrance, notably as a social event.
- A social gathering for entertainment and fun; a party.
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Translations
formal performance of a solemn rite
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social gathering for entertainment and fun
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act or process of showing gratitude, appreciation or remembrance