observance
IPA: ʌbzˈɝvʌns
noun
- The practice of complying with a law, custom, command or rule.
- The custom of celebrating a holiday or similar occasion.
- Observation or the act of watching.
- (religion) A rule governing a religious order, especially in the Roman Catholic church.
- That which is to be observed.
- Reverence; homage.
Examples of "observance" in Sentences
- And in observance I'm bringing back Oz and Ends's PUNCTUATION WEEK, at least for a few days.
- We have an opportunity to reveal to Bill Maher that one's religious observance is not a hindrance to patriotism.
- According to the article, Rowling declined due to scheduling conflicts and Meyer does not work on Sundays, in observance of the Sabbath.
- Targeting civilians IS a war crime – if you want to try them – military commissions with rules set by Congress, not the Supremes or in observance of the Constitution.
- This year's observance is themed "think for yourself and let others do the same" and commemorates the most basic freedom in a democratic society -- the freedom to read -- and encourages us to respect others 'freedom to choose.