Ceremony
English Meaning
Ar act or series of acts, often of a symbolical character, prescribed by law, custom, or authority, in the conduct of important matters, as in the performance of religious duties, the transaction of affairs of state, and the celebration of notable events; as, the ceremony of crowning a sovereign; the ceremonies observed in consecrating a church; marriage and baptismal ceremonies.
- A formal act or set of acts performed as prescribed by ritual or custom: a wedding ceremony; the Japanese tea ceremony.
- A conventional social gesture or act of courtesy: the ceremony of shaking hands when introduced.
- A formal act without intrinsic purpose; an empty form: ignored the ceremony of asking for comments from other committee members.
- Strict observance of formalities or etiquette: The head of state was welcomed with full ceremony.
