/ɛnˌkeɪˈniːə/ (en-KAY-nee-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

A ceremony of inauguration, especially of a university or a public building.

“The university celebrated its grand encaenia with a grand procession and a speech from the chancellor.”

2. noun

A memorial or a celebration of a notable event.

“The encaenia of the city’s founding was held every decade to commemorate the occasion.”