commemoration
NounWordNet 3.0
Noun (2)
- a ceremony to honor the memory of someone or somethingSynonyms: memorializationmemorialisation
- a recognition of meritorious serviceSynonyms: memorialremembrance
Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)
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]