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# celebration of life

noun phrase (a celebration of life, celebrations of life)

«celebration of life» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism, polite) a funeral or memorial gathering that focuses on happy memories of the person who died.

### In the lessons

Used in funeral notices and invitations to make the event warmer and less sad; often with bright clothes, stories, music, photos; everyday and polite, all regions, especially US, Canada, Australia.

### Examples

- There will be a celebration of life for Grandpa on Saturday.
- The family asked guests to wear bright colours to the celebration of life.
- Her celebration of life was full of laughter and music.
- Notice: «In place of a funeral, a celebration of life will be held at the community hall.»
- We shared photos and stories at the celebration of life.
- The celebration of life ended with his favourite song.

### Note

It is about a death, not a birthday party. People still feel sad there; do not expect a party.