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Word: Celebrate
Speech Type: Verb
late Middle English (in celebrate (sense 2)): from Latin celebrat- ‘celebrated’, from the verb celebrare, from celeber, celebr- ‘frequented or honoured’
ˈsɛlɪbreɪt
acknowledge (a significant or happy day or event) with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
Short Definition:mark event
Examples:- they were celebrating their wedding anniversary at a swanky restaurant
- she celebrated with a glass of champagne
- wildlife campaigners celebrated after their victory
perform (a religious ceremony), in particular officiate at (the Eucharist)
Short Definition:perform religious ceremony
Examples:- he celebrated holy communion
honour or praise publicly
Short Definition:honour
Examples:- a film celebrating the actor's career
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