jubilee

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Derived terms 1.2.2 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

From Jubilee (“‘a year of rest observed by the Israelites every 50 years’”), ultimately from Hebrew יובל (yōbēl), “‘ram's horn’”), which was used for the proclamation of the year of Jubilee.

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jubilee (plural jubilees)

1. A special anniversary, especially a 50th anniversary
2. A time of celebration or rejoicing

[edit] Derived terms

• silver jubilee

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