celebration (/ˌsel.ɪˈbreɪ.ʃən/)
noun · Beginner · Culture & Society
🔊 /ˌsel.ɪˈbreɪ.ʃən/
Meaning
Meaning: joyful marking of an event
A special enjoyable event or activity held to mark a happy occasion or achievement.
Examples
🗣 They held a big celebration with cake and music to mark her hundredth birthday.
Etymology
From Latin ‘celebratio’, from ‘celebrare’ (to honor, frequent), from ‘celeber’ (frequented, famous).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for parties, holidays, and marking achievements.
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Tags: culture, event