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ceremony

/ˈsɛɹɪməni/

When referring to a specific event (like a wedding), the word is a countable noun. You can say "a ceremony" or "the ceremonies." When referring to formal behavior or etiquette in general, it is often used as an uncountable noun. For example, in the phrase "without ceremony," it describes a style of behavior rather than a specific event.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Sarah is hiding in the breakroom to avoid David.

Jessica

Tell me you're not skipping the award ceremony. I'm losing it over the seating chart.

Sarah

I'm totally swamped with these mocks. Can't we just wing it?

💡

Jessica is anxious about the formal event's organization, while Sarah uses 'swamped' (overwhelmed with work) and 'wing it' (to do something without preparation) to express her reluctance.

Meanings

noun

A formal religious or public occasion, typically one celebrating a particular event or milestone.

"The wedding ceremony was held in a small chapel by the sea."

noun

Ritual behavior or a set of formal actions performed on a special occasion.

"The coronation is full of ancient ceremony and tradition."

noun

Strict adherence to formal etiquette or social conventions.

"Please, make yourself at home and dispense with all ceremony."

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