ceremony — a formal religious or public occasion celebrating a particular achievement, milestone, or anniversary
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a formal religious or public occasion celebrating a particular achievement, milestone, or anniversary
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈserəmoʊni/
Example Sentences
- The cat somehow crashed the Nobel Prize ceremony and became an internet sensation.
- My little brother thought the tea ceremony meant we were having a real tea party with cookies.
- The Olympic opening ceremony showcased the country's rich cultural heritage.
ceremony
NOUN[/ˈserəmoʊni/]
a formal religious or public occasion celebrating a particular achievement, milestone, or anniversary
Graduation ceremony celebrating academic achievement
The wedding ceremony brought families together to share gifts and celebrate. (SHARE + MONEY → people gather and celebrate during a special ceremony)
The ceremony became a cherished memory and brought everyone into harmony.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin caerimonia, originally denoting religious ritual or sacred rite performed to honour the gods in ancient Rome. Over time, its meaning broadened from specifically religious ceremonies to encompass all formal and solemn observances and public occasions.
Breakdown
Latin caerimonia (religious ritual, reverence) → ceremony. The root likely relates to early Roman religious practice, though the ultimate etymology remains disputed among scholars.
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📝Examples
“The cat somehow crashed the Nobel Prize ceremony and became an internet sensation.”
“My little brother thought the tea ceremony meant we were having a real tea party with cookies.”
“The Olympic opening ceremony showcased the country's rich cultural heritage.”
“She was nervous about giving a speech at the award ceremony.”
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