Meaning of the word investiture in English
What does investiture mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
investiture
US /ɪnˈves.tə.tʃɚ/
UK /ɪnˈves.tɪ.tʃər/
Noun
1.
the formal ceremony of conferring a title, rank, or office upon someone
Example:
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The queen presided over the investiture of new knights.
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His investiture as president of the university was a grand affair.
2.
the action of formally investing a person with honors or rank
Example:
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The investiture of the new cardinal took place at the Vatican.
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The ceremony included the investiture of the new regalia.