B1nounformalsociety
US/rɪˈmem.brəns/
UK/rɪˈmem.brəns/
the act of remembering and showing respect for someone who has died or a past event
In context
The city held a minute of silence in remembrance of the flood victims.
Every year, the family lights incense in remembrance of their grandfather.
The old soldiers attended a remembrance ceremony at the war memorial.
Words that go with remembrance
noun + preposition
- in remembrance ofThey planted a tree in remembrance of their teacher.
- day of remembranceJuly 27 is a day of remembrance for war heroes in Vietnam.
- act of remembranceLaying flowers at the grave is a simple act of remembrance.
noun + noun
- remembrance ceremonyA remembrance ceremony was held at the school.
- remembrance serviceHundreds of people came to the remembrance service.
- Remembrance DayOn Remembrance Day, many people in Britain wear red poppies.