January 20

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Inauguration Day: The specific date on which the President of the United States is formally sworn into office, occurring every four years.
    • A Christian feast day: A day of religious observance in some Christian traditions.
Usage and Examples

  • As Inauguration Day:

    • The ceremony on January 20 marks the official start of a new presidential term.
    • Security is always heightened in Washington, D.C., on January 20.

  • As a religious observance:

    • Some congregations hold a special service on January 20 to honor the associated saint.
Advanced Usage
  • "January 20th": The ordinal form is commonly used, especially in formal and official contexts.
    • The oath of office is administered at noon on January 20th.
Variants and Related Words
  • Inauguration Day: The official name for the U.S. presidential inauguration event held on this date.
  • Saint Fabian's Day / Saint Sebastian's Day: Traditional Christian feast days observed by some denominations on January 20.
Synonyms
  • Inauguration Day (when referring to the U.S. presidential event).
  • Feast day (when referring to the religious context).
Notes on Meaning

This term refers specifically to the calendar date. Its primary contemporary significance in American public life is as Inauguration Day. Its separate significance as a Christian holy day is observed independently by some religious groups and is not related to the political event. The two meanings are coincidental to the same date.

Noun
  1. the day designated for inauguration of the United States President
  2. a Christian holy day

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