celebration

noun

1. An event or activity held to celebrate a special occasion or achievement.

   A2

   countable

   • "We had a small celebration for her birthday."A2
   • "The team organized a celebration after winning the championship."B1
   • "The town held a grand celebration to mark the centennial anniversary."B1

2. The act or feeling of showing happiness or approval about something.

   B1

   uncountable

   • "The festival is a celebration of local culture."B1
   • "The award ceremony was a public celebration of her contribution to science."B2
   • "There was a sense of celebration in the air after the team won the championship."B1