Commemorating
/kəˈmɛməreɪtɪŋ/
Definitions
To mark a significant event with a ceremony or observance.
/kəˈmɛməreɪtɪŋ/
To remember and celebrate formally
They are commemorating the anniversary of the battle.
💡 Simply: It's like having a party to remember something important, like a birthday or a special day in history. We commemorate events to honor and keep them in our minds.
👶 For kids: To have a special day to remember something great!
More Examples
A statue was erected to commemorate the fallen soldiers.
How It's Used
"The city is commemorating the 50th anniversary of its founding."
"We are commemorating the life of our beloved friend."
From Latin *commemorare, from com- + memorare "to remind". The word's development reflects its enduring connection to remembrance and celebration of past events.
The word's use has remained consistent throughout history, always relating to formal remembrance.
Memory tip
Think 'come-memorate' – to bring forth memories and celebrate them.