Found 2 items, similar to commemoration.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: commemoration commemoration n 1: a ceremony to honor the memory of someone or something [syn: memorialization, memorialisation] 2: a recognition of meritorious service [syn: memorial, remembrance]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Commemoration Commemoration \Com*mem`o*ra"tion\, n. [L. commemoratio.] 1. The act of commemorating; an observance or celebration designed to honor the memory of some person or event. [1913 Webster] This sacrament was designed to be a standing commemoration of the death and passion of our Lord. --Abp. Tillotson. [1913 Webster] The commonwealth which . . . chooses the most flagrant act of murderous regicide treason for a feast of eternal commemoration. --Burke. [1913 Webster] 2. Whatever serves the purpose of commemorating; a memorial. [1913 Webster] Commemoration day, at the University of Oxford, Eng., an annual observance or ceremony in honor of the benefactors of the University, at which time honorary degrees are conferred. [1913 Webster]