Empire day
Definition
Noun: 1. A former British commemorative day: Empire Day was a former national day in the United Kingdom and other parts of the British Empire, celebrated annually on May 24th to mark the birthday of Queen Victoria. It was intended to foster patriotism and imperial unity.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- In the early 20th century, schools across the Commonwealth would hold special assemblies on Empire Day.
- The tradition of Empire Day was replaced by Commonwealth Day in 1958.
Advanced Usage
- Historical context: The term is primarily used in historical discussions about the British Empire and its cultural practices. It is not a current official holiday.
- The decline of Empire Day reflected the changing nature of the British Commonwealth.
Variants and Related Words
- Commonwealth Day (n): The modern observance, held on the second Monday in March, which succeeded Empire Day.
- Commonwealth Day now promotes the values of the modern Commonwealth of Nations.
Synonyms
- Victoria Day: The name for the holiday still celebrated in Canada on the Monday preceding May 25th, which shares the same historical origin as the former Empire Day.
- Commemoration day: A general term for a day of remembrance or celebration.
Related Phrases
- "To celebrate Empire Day": To observe the former holiday.
- My grandparents remember having picnics to celebrate Empire Day.
Noun
-
British, anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth
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