Celebration
/ˌsɛləˈbreɪʃən/
Definitions
A public expression of happiness or festivity, often involving a gathering or ceremony.
/ˌsɛləˈbreɪʃən/
An act of celebrating; a festive gathering
We had a big celebration after winning the game.
💡 Simply: It's like a party or a special event where everyone gets together to have fun and be happy! Like a birthday party, a wedding, or even a holiday celebration.
👶 For kids: A fun party to celebrate something happy!
More Examples
The town held a street celebration for the anniversary.
How It's Used
"The birthday celebration was a huge success."
"The town held a large celebration for the harvest festival."
Idioms & expressions
in celebration of
To mark a special occasion or anniversary.
"We had a feast in celebration of his birthday."
From Middle French *célébration, from Latin *celebratio, from celebrare "to perform, to celebrate"
The word 'celebration' has been used in similar contexts for centuries, evolving from religious ceremonies to secular festivities.
Memory tip
Think 'celebrate' + '-tion' (action of celebrating)