encaenia
/ɛnˈsiːniə/
noun 4
Definitions
noun
1
The eight days of celebration for the dedication of the church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.
2
An academic ceremony in which degrees or awards are given out.
noun
1
A festival held to mark the anniversary of the dedication of a church or temple; (especially), of the Temple at Jerusalem.
2
The annual commemoration service of founders and benefactors of Oxford University.
I am but just returned from two great shews that have been exhibited lately the review at Portsmouth and the encenia at Oxford.
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