1. ceremonies marking the completion of a course of study, especially from a school or university
Usage: plural of graduation
2. marks or divisions on a measuring instrument showing units or degrees
Usage: technical; plural of graduation

Examples

• The university held three graduations this year due to the large number of students.
• High school graduations are typically held in May or June.
• Many families attend multiple graduations each spring.
• The graduations on the thermometer were clearly marked in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.
• Scientists rely on precise graduations on their measuring instruments.
• The ruler’s graduations were worn away from years of use.