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Definition of commemorative
: intended as a commemoration; especially : issued in limited quantities for a limited time to honor or feature someone or something a commemorative stamp
commemorative
nouncommemoratively
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Examples of commemorative in a Sentence
commemorative stamps for the stars of American popular music
Recent Examples of commemorative from the Web
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The ticket includes admission, a tasting card for 40 samples and a commemorative glass.
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Each of the five transiting vessels received a commemorative plaque, but there wasn’t the fanfare and fireworks of last year when the expansion — seven years under construction and two years behind schedule — finally opened.
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The auction features vintage electronics, transistor radios, commemorative pens and an autographed Tour de France yellow jersey.
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That summer, Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe (D) ordered the removal of the Confederate battle flag from state commemorative license plates.
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The commemorative event at the 5th Marines Memorial Park, in the San Mateo area of the base drew 150 Marines, Sailors, guests, and community members.
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Readers in search of the full Vanity Fair–Star Wars experience, including all four covers, a commemorative poster, and early access to our digital editions, with lightsaber effects by Industrial Light & Magic, on May 24, can purchase here.
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Selected winners must provide a birth certificate or commemorative birth certificate to receive funds.
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The most touching part of the ceremony, though, was when Rafa’s uncle and longtime coach, Toni, presented his nephew with a commemorative trophy.
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First Known Use of commemorative
1612
COMMEMORATIVE Defined for English Language Learners
commemorative
playDefinition of commemorative for English Language Learners
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: intended to honor an important event or person from the past
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