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Definition congratulate in British English

congratulate verb

[transitive] verb
/kənˈɡrætʃʊleɪt/
1

to tell someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion

Example

The men were all congratulating one another warmly.

Example

I congratulated him on his recent promotion.

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Definition congratulate in British English