Commem

/kəˈmɛm/ noun

Definition

British slang for a commemoration or commemorative event, often used informally among students at universities like Oxford and Cambridge.

Etymology

A shortened, colloquial form of 'commemoration', reflecting informal university culture language that evolved in British educational institutions.

Kelly Says

This abbreviated form is nearly unique to Oxford and Cambridge's quirky traditions, where 'commem balls' are fancy graduation celebrations—showing how even ancient universities have their own casual slang.

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