American English
/ˌsɛɹ.əˈmoʊ.ni.l̩/
5 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
Connected with a formal event that follows a set tradition or ritual.
Practice out loudConnected with a formal event that follows a set tradition or ritual.
The president wore ceremonial clothes for the opening.
The museum displays a ceremonial sword.
ceremonial dress · ceremonial clothes · ceremonial occasion · ceremonial sword
ceremonial + noun
be + ceremonial
Done mainly as a formal sign of tradition or respect, not to do a practical job.
She has a ceremonial role at the university.
The mayor performed a ceremonial duty at the event.
ceremonial role · ceremonial duties · ceremonial position
ceremonial + noun
have a ceremonial + noun