Pronunciation: /kəˌmɛməˈreɪʃən/
noun the action of recalling or remembering a past event, typically in a ceremony or celebration
A1 The town held a commemoration for the veterans.
A2 The school organized a commemoration ceremony for the founding fathers.
B1 The museum's commemoration of the war included a special exhibit.
B2 The annual commemoration of the historic event drew a large crowd.
C1 The government declared a national day of commemoration for the fallen soldiers.
C2 The solemn commemoration of the tragedy was attended by dignitaries from around the world.
formal The city held a formal commemoration ceremony to honor the fallen soldiers.
informal We're planning a small get-together as a commemoration of our friendship.
slang Let's throw a party as a commemoration of our awesome summer!
figurative The old photograph served as a commemoration of happier times.
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