Observance - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |əbˈzɜːrvəns|  American pronunciation of the word observance
Brit.  |əbˈzɜːv(ə)ns|  British pronunciation of the word observance

noun

- the act of observing; taking a patient look (syn: observation, watching)
- a formal event performed on a special occasion (syn: ceremonial, ceremony)
- the act of noticing or paying attention (syn: notice, observation)
- conformity with law or custom or practice etc.

Extra examples

...the observance of this family tradition would make your grandmother very happy...

...observance of the smoking ban in public buildings...

The markets will be closed in observance of Easter and Passover.

Religious observances such as fasting can be hard to follow.

Word forms

noun
singular: observance
plural: observances
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