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(noun) a festival commemorating the announcement of the Incarnation by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland. Synonyms: Annunciation, Lady Day, Annunciation Day, March 25.

(noun) (Christianity) the announcement to the Virgin Mary by the angel Gabriel of the incarnation of Christ. Synonyms: Annunciation.

(noun) a formal public statement. Synonyms: announcement, proclamation, declaration. Examples: "The government made an announcement about changes in the drug war." "A declaration of independence."