celebration

/ˌsɛl.əˈbreɪ.ʃən/
noun
  1. A special social event or activity that people do to mark an important occasion.
    • The city's annual celebration includes a parade and fireworks.
    • After the game, the team held a celebration in the locker room.
    • We had a big celebration for my grandmother's 90th birthday.
  2. The act of doing something enjoyable to show that an event or occasion is special.
    • There was a lot of celebration in the streets when the news was announced.
    • The celebration of the holiday involves singing, dancing, and feasting.
    • Her promotion was met with celebration by her coworkers.
  3. A religious ceremony, especially the Eucharist or Mass.
    • The celebration of the Eucharist is the central part of the service.
    • The priest led the celebration of the wedding Mass.
    • Many people attend the celebration of midnight Mass on Christmas Eve.
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