observance — the practice of keeping or obeying a law, custom, ceremony, or religious festival
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of keeping or obeying a law, custom, ceremony, or religious festival
Pronunciation (IPA): /əbˈzɜːrvəns/
Example Sentences
- The students' observance of the 'no phones during exams' rule lasted exactly 3.2 seconds.
- His observance of healthy eating habits was impressive until he discovered late-night delivery apps.
- The observance of Memorial Day includes ceremonies honoring fallen soldiers.
observance
NOUN[/əbˈzɜːrvəns/]
the practice of keeping or obeying a law, custom, ceremony, or religious festival
the practice of keeping or obeying a law, custom, ceremony, or religious festival
True observance flows in accordance with tradition
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin observare (to watch, observe, keep or comply with). The word emerged in medieval monastic contexts, where it originally denoted the careful observance of religious rules and discipline, later generalizing to mean the act of keeping or maintaining any practice, custom, or regulation.
Breakdown
observe (from Latin observare: to watch, keep, comply) + -ance (noun suffix denoting action, state, or practice).
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📝Examples
“The students' observance of the 'no phones during exams' rule lasted exactly 3.2 seconds.”
“His observance of healthy eating habits was impressive until he discovered late-night delivery apps.”
“The observance of Memorial Day includes ceremonies honoring fallen soldiers.”
“The company's observance of safety protocols prevented any workplace accidents.”
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