commemorating

/kəˈmɛməˌreɪtɪŋ/
verb
  1. Present participle of commemorate; the act of honoring and remembering a person, event, or occasion.
    • The artist is creating a mural commemorating the town's history.
    • The ceremony commemorating the anniversary of the earthquake was very moving.
    • They are commemorating the holiday with a special dinner and fireworks.
adjective
  1. Serving to honor or remember a person, event, or occasion.
    • The commemorating speech highlighted the achievements of the volunteers.
    • They released a commemorating stamp for the centennial celebration.
    • A commemorating plaque was placed on the building's wall.
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