memorial
UK/mi'mɒ:riәl/US
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Definitions
n.
A structure, object, or custom established to keep alive the memory of a person or event
纪念碑，纪念物
adj.
Intended to commemorate or honour a person or event
纪念的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedmemor (memory) + -ial (relating to) = relating to memory. A memorial is collective memory made physical or formal: a monument, a service, a day set aside so a community will not forget a person or event. It works as both an adjective (a memorial service) and a noun (a war memorial).
Root memor still carries 12 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.war memorial战争纪念碑
- 2.memorial service追悼仪式
- 3.memorial to (someone)为（某人）立的纪念物
- 4.build a memorial建造纪念碑
Example Sentences
- 1.
Thousands gathered at the memorial to honour the fallen soldiers.
- 2.
The family held a memorial service a week after his death.
- 3.
A small plaque serves as a memorial to the victims.