gratulation
Americannoun
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a feeling of joy.
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the expression of joy.
Etymology
Origin of gratulation
1425–75; late Middle English gratulacioun < Latin grātulātiōn- (stem of grātulātiō ). See gratulate, -ion
Example Sentences
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He had had just sufficient gratulation to take the edge off pretended or real misery.
From Trusia A Princess of Krovitch by Brinton, Davis
She rarely did more than listen to the few words of routine gratulation the Intendente spoke, and with a slight nod of her head intimate that they might retire.
From Gerald Fitzgerald The Chevalier by Lever, Charles James
The king returned to Paris to enjoy the gratulation of the populace, and to offer public thanksgiving in the cathedral of Notre Dame.
From Louis XIV. Makers of History Series by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
As he drew himself up to safety, his brain was clearing and his breath extending, nor was it long before his faculties were in order for wonder, gratulation, exultation.
From The Unknown Sea by Housman, Clemence
Mrs. Dawson expressed her happiness to see him, and also pressed her husband's invitation; while the children, who speedily remembered him, uttered their welcomes in tones of joyous gratulation.
From Fern Vale (Volume 1) or the Queensland Squatter by Munro, Colin
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