Learn English – Which is correct? Launch Ceremony or Launching Ceremony

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I have been having a disagreement at work. We have several events where we commemorate the launch of something like the start of an alliance or an award.

My colleagues (whose first language is not English) insist the correct usage is e.g. "Innovation Award Launching Ceremony" whereas I'm certain "Launch Ceremony" in the context of an award or an alliance is more appropriate. I can't explain why though and I've looked all over the internet for the rule that applies to this scenario.

Anyone want to give it a go?

Best Answer

I have mostly heard of 'launch ceremony'.

Of course, the other one doesn't seem grammatically incorrect either.

However, at the first glance, I would interpret 'Innovation Award Launching Ceremony' as a ceremony regarding Innovation Award Launching!

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