26984 words

celebrate

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
to take part in special enjoyable activities in order to show that a particular occasion is important:

Examples:

We always celebrate our wedding anniversary by going out to dinner.
If this plan works, we'll celebrate in style (= in a special way).
2
to express admiration and approval for something or someone:

Examples:

His work celebrates the energy and enthusiasm of the young.
3

Examples:

to celebrate Mass
4
to recognize an important occasion by taking part in an activity that makes it special:

Examples:

[ T ] Children’s Day has been celebrated in Japan for hundreds of years.

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