ceremonial

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A ceremonial event or object is something that's special and done with formal rules or traditions. It's often connected to important days like weddings, holidays, or funerals.

When we talk about things being "ceremonial," it usually means they're linked to some kind of ritual or tradition. For example, a wedding ceremony has lots of ceremonial parts, like exchanging rings or saying vows out loud in front of family and friends. These parts are what make the wedding feel official and special. It's also common to use this word when talking about objects used during these events – things like priest robes or ceremonial swords might be displayed as symbols of important times in history.

How common is "ceremonial"?

Word ceremonial is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

noun

  • A ceremony, or series of ceremonies, prescribed by ritual.

adjective

  • Of, relating to, or used in a ceremony.

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