n.

[L. celebratio.]
The act, process, or time of celebrating.

His memory deserving a particular celebration.

Clarendok.

Celebration of Mass is equivalent to offering Mass

Cath. Dict.

To hasten the celebration of their marriage.

Sir P. Sidney.

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IN BRIEF: Ceremonies carried on to observe a special event.

The celebration lasted well into the night.

Quotes:

"When you jump for joy, beware that no one moves the ground from beneath your feet." - Stanislaw J. Lec

"Never celebrate until you are really out of the woods. They might be behind the last tree." - Source Unknown

"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." - Oprah Winfrey

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