Kilo Lingo

/ˈserəməni/

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Translation

A formal event with fixed steps, held to mark something important like a wedding or a prize.

Word origin

From Latin caerimonia, meaning a religious rite or an act of respect.

Origin
Latin
Root
caerimonia

Examples

lasted .

The ceremony is the formal part where the couple get married.

medal .

Prizes and medals are often given out at a ceremony.

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Big events like the Olympics begin with an opening ceremony.

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This word is part of lesson 46.