jubilee
|ju-bi-lee|
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/ˈdʒuːbɪli/
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/ˈdʒuːbɪliː/
celebration of an anniversary
Etymology
Etymology Information
'jubilee' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'jubilaeus', where 'jubilaeus' meant 'rejoicing'.
Historical Evolution
'jubilaeus' transformed into the Old French word 'jubile', and eventually became the modern English word 'jubilee'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'rejoicing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a special anniversary or celebration'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a special anniversary of an event, especially one celebrating twenty-five or fifty years of a reign or activity.
The queen's golden jubilee was celebrated with a grand parade.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35