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Webster 1913 Edition


Congratulation

Con-gratˊu-la′tion

,
Noun.
[L.
congratulatio
: cf. F.
congratulation
.]
The act of congratulating; an expression of sympathetic pleasure.
With infinite
congratulations
for our safe arrival.
Dr. J. Scott.

Webster 1828 Edition


Congratulation

CONGRATULATION

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Noun.
The act of professing ones joy or satisfaction on account of some happy event, prosperity or success.

CONGRATULATION

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Noun.
The act of professing ones joy or good wishes at the success or happiness of another, or on account of an event deemed fortunate to both parties or to the community.