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solemnity

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so⋅lem⋅ni⋅ty

  [suh-lem-ni-tee]
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–noun, plural -ties.
1. the state or character of being solemn; earnestness; gravity; impressiveness: the solemnity of a state funeral.
2. Often, solemnities. a solemn observance, ceremonial proceeding, or special formality: the solemnities of Easter.
3. Law. a formality that renders an act or document valid.
Origin:
1250–1300; ME solempnete < OF < L sollemnitās, equiv. to sollemnis solemn + -itās- -ity
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so·lem·ni·ty   (sə-lěm'nĭ-tē)   
n.   pl. so·lem·ni·ties

  1. The quality or condition of being solemn.

  2. A solemn observance or proceeding.

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