Meaning

• To extol or honour in a solemn manner.

  "to celebrate the name of the Most High"

• To honour by rites, by ceremonies of joy and respect, or by refraining from ordinary business; to observe duly.

  "to celebrate a birthday"

• To engage in joyful activity in appreciation of an event.

  "I was promoted today at work—let’s celebrate!"

• To perform or participate in, as a sacrament or solemn rite; to perform with appropriate rites.

  "to celebrate a marriage"