jubilee
Translation
jubilee, celebration, anniversary
Examples
The town is planning a jubilee for its anniversary.
The town is planning a jubilee for its anniversary.
Her golden jubilee celebrated 50 years on the throne.
Her golden jubilee celebrated 50 years on the throne.
Grammar Patterns
((a jubilee for sth.)) a celebration for something The town is planning a jubilee for its anniversary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: celebration, anniversary, festival
Etymology
From Hebrew 'yobel' (ram's horn), which was blown to announce the year of jubilee.
Memory Tips
Think of 'joy' and 'jubilation' to remember the happy, celebratory meaning.