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Definition congratulation in British English

congratulation noun

noun
/kənˌɡrætʃʊˈleɪʃ(ə)n/
1

used for telling someone that you are pleased about their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion

Example

'I've passed my driving test.' 'Congratulations!'

Example

That's great news - give her my congratulations.

Example

Congratulations on your 50th wedding anniversary.

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2

an expression of pleasure to someone for their success, good luck, or happiness on a special occasion

Example

We had thousands of letters of congratulation.

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Definition congratulation in British English