celebrate/ˋsɛlə͵bret; ˈseləbreIt or ˈselIbreIt/v [I,T] to do something enjoyable because it is a special occasion or because something good has happened 庆祝: John passed his exams so we’re having a party to celebrate. 约翰通过了考试﹐所以我们要搞个聚会庆祝。How do you want to celebrate your birthday? 你想怎样庆祝生日?