commemorative

adjective

com·​mem·​o·​ra·​tive kə-ˈmem-rə-tiv How to pronounce commemorative (audio)
-ˈme-mə-;
-ˈme-mə-ˌrā-tiv
: intended as a commemoration
especially : issued in limited quantities for a limited time to honor or feature someone or something
a commemorative stamp
commemorative noun
commemoratively adverb

Examples of commemorative in a Sentence

commemorative stamps for the stars of American popular music
Recent Examples on the Web The public can buy the commemorative eggs online at whitehousehistory.org. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2024 Captain Minnie eventually finds the ship’s commemorative coin with Hades, and Hercules helps her to get it back. Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024 Gaga recently posted a response to the critics of trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney, who last year was the target of transphobic hate after Bud Light sent her a commemorative six-pack of beers. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Mar. 2024 Photo : Classic Recreations A view of the commemorative cabin from the back. Howard Walker, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024 The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and features a commemorative glass, live DJ, house party games, and retro video games. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 12 Mar. 2024 Tickets include samples and a commemorative pint glass. Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2024 Saturday brings DJs Laura Lopez and Matt Matthews spinning records at a Vinyl Party, beginning at 6 p.m. The first 100 people through the doors after 3 p.m. receive a commemorative anniversary glass. Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2024 The commercial payloads will deliver a commemorative sculpture by Jeff Koons. Mackenzie McCarty, The Christian Science Monitor, 23 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of commemorative was in 1612

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“Commemorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/commemorative. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

commemorative

adjective
com·​mem·​o·​ra·​tive kə-ˈmem-ə-rət-iv How to pronounce commemorative (audio)
-ˌrāt-
: intended to commemorate a person, thing, or event
a commemorative postage stamp
commemorative noun

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