The observing of, or adhering to, a rule, law or custom
“We have experience with international controls to ensure observance of the ban on the manufacture of chemical weapons.”
An act performed for religious or ceremonial reasons
“Burial practices vary, but for the most part funeral and burial observances are the responsibility of the deceased's family.”
The action of watching, noticing, or looking at, something
“Her daily observance of these children had the makings of a book. She had come to know these children very well, and had observed each and every one of their mannerisms.”
A state of consciousness or knowledge of something
“It has come to my observance that many of you footballing fanatics pass your humid months intoxicated on false expectations.”
The state or quality of being submissive
The quality of being religious or pious, especially when zealous
The customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing something
The action of remembering a past person or event with fondness or respect
An instance of keeping awake during normal sleeping hours
A comment or something said
A traditional or accepted way of behaving, specific to a particular society, place, or time
The state of being receptive to suggestion or new ideas
The state of realizing or achieving one's goals
The belief in, and worship of, a deity or superhuman controlling power
The fact of noticing or observing
A set of beliefs or practices followed by a group of followers
An exhibition to promote particular products
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