jubilee

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Noun jubilee has 1 sense

jubilee - a special anniversary (or the celebration of it)
--₁ is a kind of anniversary, day of remembrance
--₁ has particulars: diamond jubilee; silver jubilee
Derived form: verb jubilate₁

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Jubilee

Noun

Sense 1:

A special anniversary or celebration, usually marking an important event or milestone.

Sample Sentence: The town is preparing for its centennial jubilee with a grand parade and fireworks.

Sense 2:

A period of time, typically 50 years, that is celebrated for its completion.

Sample Sentence: The Queen celebrated her Silver Jubilee in 1977 after 25 years on the throne.

Sense 3:

In biblical tradition, a Jubilee year was celebrated every 50 years, during which debts were forgiven, land was restored, and slaves were set free.

Sample Sentence: According to the Book of Leviticus, the Jubilee year was a time of joy and renewal for all.