Associations to the word «Commemoration»

Wiktionary

COMMEMORATION, noun. The act of commemorating; an observance or celebration designed to honor the memory of some person or event.
COMMEMORATION, noun. Whatever serves the purpose of commemorating; a memorial.

Dictionary definition

COMMEMORATION, noun. A ceremony to honor the memory of someone or something.
COMMEMORATION, noun. A recognition of meritorious service.

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley