Associations to the word «Celebration»

Wiktionary

CELEBRATION, noun. The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament
CELEBRATION, noun. The observance of a holiday or feast day, as by solemnities
CELEBRATION, noun. The act, process of showing appreciation, gratitude and/or remembrance, notably as a social event.
CELEBRATION, noun. A social gathering for entertainment and fun; a party.

Dictionary definition

CELEBRATION, noun. A joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event.
CELEBRATION, noun. Any joyous diversion.
CELEBRATION, noun. The public performance of a sacrament or solemn ceremony with all appropriate ritual; "the celebration of marriage".

Wise words

Words are always getting conventionalized to some secondary meaning. It is one of the works of poetry to take the truants in custody and bring them back to their right senses.
William Butler Yeats