Meaning of the word valedictory in English

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valedictory

US /ˌvæl.əˈdɪk.tɚ.i/
UK /ˌvæl.əˈdɪk.tər.i/

Adjective

of or relating to a farewell

Example:
The principal delivered a moving valedictory speech to the graduating class.
Her final performance was a valedictory tribute to her long career.

Noun

a farewell address

Example:
The senior student delivered the valedictory at the graduation ceremony.
His retirement party included a heartfelt valedictory from his colleagues.