October 12
Definition
Proper noun A specific date on the Gregorian calendar, the twelfth day of October. In the United States, this date is recognized as a federal holiday commemorating the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. The holiday is officially named Columbus Day.
Usage
- October 12 is observed as a federal holiday in the United States.
- The school will be closed on October 12 for the holiday.
- Many parades are held on October 12.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Reference: The phrase can refer specifically to the historical date in 1492 when Columbus's expedition first sighted land in the Americas.
- The journal entry for October 12, 1492, describes the first encounter.
- Cultural Observance: The day is also observed as or in many Spanish-speaking countries, focusing on Hispanic heritage.
Variants and Related Words
- Columbus Day: The official name of the U.S. federal holiday observed on the second Monday of October, which often falls on or near October 12.
- Indigenous Peoples' Day: A holiday celebrated on the same day in many localities, honoring the cultures and histories of Native American peoples.
Synonyms
- Columbus Day (in the U.S. context)
- Día de la Raza (in many Latin American contexts)
Related Phrases
- Discovery of America: The historical event commemorated on this date.
- The holiday on October 12 traditionally marks the discovery of America.
Noun
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a legal holiday commemorating the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus
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