Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

farewell-ceremony

noun

/ˈfɛr.wɛl ˈsɛr.ɪ.mə.ni/

Definition

A formal event held to bid goodbye to someone who is leaving.

Examples

The school organized a farewell ceremony for the graduating students.
During the farewell ceremony, colleagues shared their favorite moments with the departing employee.
The community held a farewell ceremony to honor the retiring mayor.

Meaning

A farewell ceremony usually marks the end of a person’s role, job, or presence in a place, often involving speeches, presentations, and expressions of appreciation.