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Definition of celebrant

celebrant

/ˈsɛl.ə.bɹənt/
cel · e · brant
Plural:celebrants
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Adjective:celebratory
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• noun

1

A person who officiates at a religious rite or public ceremony, such as a priest presiding over the Eucharist or a registered official conducting a marriage or funeral.

Example

"The wedding celebrant welcomed the guests and spoke warmly about the couple's shared history."

2

A person who participates in a celebration, festival, or joyous social gathering.

Example

"Thousands of enthusiastic celebrants filled the city square at midnight to welcome the new year."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'celebrant' (a person who officiates at a ceremony or participates in a celebration) with 'celibate' (a person who abstains from marriage and sexual relations).

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ceilinged
celandine
celeb
celebrant
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celebrated
celebration

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French 'célébrant' or directly from Latin 'celebrantem', the present participle of 'celebrare' ('to assemble to honor, solemnize, or frequent'), from 'celeber' ('frequented, populous, or famous').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Celebrant. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/celebrant
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