commemoration Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a ceremony to honor the memory of someone or something
    memorialisation; memorialization.
  2. noun a recognition of meritorious service
    remembrance; memorial.

WordNet


Com*mem`o*ra"tion noun
Etymology
L. commemoratio.
Definitions
  1. The act of commemorating; an observance or celebration designed to honor the memory of some person or event.
    This sacrament was designed to be a standing commemoration of the death and passion of our Lord. Abp. Tillotson.
    The commonwealth which . . . chooses the most flagrant act of murderous regicide treason for a feast of eternal commemoration. Burke.
  2. Whatever serves the purpose of commemorating; a memorial.

Webster 1913