anniversary

noun B2

Meaning

An anniversary is a date that commemorates a significant event, often celebrated yearly, such as a wedding or the founding of an organization.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "anniversary" with "birthday," as they refer to different types of celebrations.

Example Sentences

The company celebrated its tenth anniversary with a formal event .
We are planning a big party for our wedding anniversary .
We celebrated our wedding anniversary with a small family dinner .
When is your wedding anniversary this year ?

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