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1. to express admiration and approval for (something or someone) 
 
    His work celebrates the energy and enthusiasm of the young.
    She was celebrated as one of the finest dancers of her generation.

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1. If something or someone is celebrated, they are famous for some special quality or ability. 

    a celebrated opera singer/city/novel
    Salisbury is celebrated for its fine cathedral.
    Compare notorious.

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