celebration

noun

USsel-uh-BRAY-shuhn/ˌsɛləˈbɹeɪʃən/sel-i-BRAY-shuhn/ˌsɛlɪˈbɹeɪʃən/

Pluralcelebrations (some meanings)

4 meanings of celebration

1
noununcountable
An expression of appreciation, thanks, or remembrance that often takes the form of a social gathering.
The announcement was greeted with celebration throughout the company.
Their long years of effort finally earned them a moment of celebration and thanks.
Similarrejoicing, jubilation, festivity
Oppositemourning
2
nouncountable
An occasion on which people gather socially to enjoy themselves and be entertained.
Their anniversary celebration lasted well into the night.
He hired a band to play at the celebration.
Similarparty, gathering, festivity, bash
3
nouncountable
The observance of a holiday or feast day, marked by ceremonies and solemn rites.
The Diwali celebration filled the streets with lights and music.
The Easter celebration in the village follows long-standing customs.
Similarfestival, observance, commemoration
4
nouncountable or uncountable
The performing of a solemn religious ceremony, such as the Eucharist or another sacrament, according to its set form.
The bishop presided over the celebration of the Eucharist.
The celebration of baptism took place after the main service.
Similarobservance

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Origin

From Old French "celebration," from Latin "celebratio"; it is equivalent to "celebrate" plus the suffix "-ion."