solemnization

/ˌsɑləmnɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act or ceremony of making something formal and official, especially a marriage or religious rite.
    • The solemnization of the treaty took place in the capital.
    • The solemnization of the wedding was performed by a priest.
    • They planned a small solemnization with only close family present.
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