Celebration

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Celebration

Celebration (/ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃ(ə)n/) is a term that refers to the act of marking a significant event or occasion with festivities or other forms of enjoyment. The term is derived from the Latin word 'celebratio', which means 'to assemble to honor'.

Etymology

The term 'celebration' is derived from the Latin 'celebratio', which means 'to assemble to honor'. It is composed of 'celebrare' meaning 'to frequent or honor' and 'tion' a suffix forming nouns of action or condition.

Related Terms

  • Festival: A day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons.
  • Party: A social gathering of invited guests, typically involving eating, drinking, and entertainment.
  • Ceremony: A formal religious or public occasion, typically one celebrating a particular event or anniversary.
  • Holiday: A day of festivity or recreation when no work is done.
  • Event: Something that happens, especially something of importance.
  • Occasion: A particular time or instance of an event.

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