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so•lem•ni•ty



Pronunciation: (su-lem'ni-tē), [key]
—n.,
—pl. -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.

Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.

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