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Ceremonial Definition & Meaning

ceremonial
adjective
  1. marked by pomp or ceremony or formality; "a ceremonial occasion"; "ceremonial garb"
noun
  1. a formal event performed on a special occasion; "a ceremony commemorating Pearl Harbor"

"Ceremonial" in song lyrics

See how ceremonial is used in real songs:

  • "Man, it's more than ceremonial"
    The Herd — Full Moon
  • "The behaviour of certain systems is ceremonial"
    Warcloud f/ Skarekrow, Vulgar — Angry Men from the Graveyard
  • "Shatter your cranium or vertebrae ceremonial"
    Warcloud — Castle Freak of Bone Romania

Usage tips for "ceremonial"

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Frequently asked questions

What does ceremonial mean?
marked by pomp or ceremony or formality; "a ceremonial occasion"; "ceremonial garb" a formal event performed on a special occasion; "a ceremony commemorating Pearl Harbor"
What part of speech is ceremonial?
Ceremonial is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does ceremonial have?
Ceremonial has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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