commemorative Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an object (such as a coin or postage stamp) made to mark an event or honor a person
  2. adjective intended as a commemoration
    commemorating.
    • a commemorative plaque

WordNet

Com*mem"o*ra*tive adjective
Definitions
  1. Tending or intended to commemorate. "A sacrifice commemorative of Christ's offering up his body for us." Hammond.
    An inscription commemorative of his victory. Sir G. C. Lewis.

Webster 1913