commemorative

adjective com·mem·o·ra·tive \ kə-ˈmem-rə-tiv , -ˈme-mə- ; -ˈme-mə-ˌrā-tiv \

Updated on: 14 Apr 2018

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

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commemorative

noun

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commemoratively

adverb

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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

In his report, Golf reporter Alan Shipnuck noted that despite their estrangement with Reed, the family still displays memorabilia around their home from his golfing career, such as crystal trophies, photographs and commemorative golf bags.

— jason duaine hahn, PEOPLE.com, "Inside Masters Champion Patrick Reed's Estranged Relationship with His Family," 9 Apr. 2018
Olive Garden: Through May 27 or while supplies last, the Italian restaurant is serving a 22-ounce Blue Moon Belgian White in a commemorative pilsner glass part of Blue Moon’s Artist Series.

— kelly tyko, USA TODAY, "Cheers to National Beer Day with these Saturday deals," 6 Apr. 2018
Fans can have their 2018 commemorative bottle signed at the Keeneland Entertainment Center on April 13.

— jason frakes, The Courier-Journal, "Keeneland's spring meet opens Friday. Here are 5 things to know before going to the track," 5 Apr. 2018
Light appetizers and a Suits That Rock commemorative mug are included.

— jennie key, Cincinnati.com, "Suits That Rock benefit party goes toga for 2018," 4 Apr. 2018
While his wife, Nancy, traded commemorative pins with festival-goers, Broderick took to the air as a passenger at the 1990 event.

— allison eatough, Howard County Times, "Meet West Friendship's 'balloonmeister'," 4 Apr. 2018
Packages this year begin at $15 and include a commemorative glass, a wristband and seven wine tickets.

— staff report, Aurora Beacon-News, "Tickets on sale for Wine on the Fox in Oswego," 3 Apr. 2018
Your ticket includes goodies, too, like a commemorative wine glass and logo bag.

— San Francisco Chronicle, "Lake County events a blend of wine, wings and water," 3 Apr. 2018
The following day the first 10,000 fans will receive a commemorative World Champions poster.

— craig hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, "All the Astros freebies and giveaways you can get at Minute Maid park this week," 2 Apr. 2018

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