Veterans' Day

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A legal holiday in the United States: Veterans Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed annually on November 11. It honors military veterans, meaning persons who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
Usage
  • Veterans Day is used as the name of the holiday. It is always capitalized.
  • It is used to refer to the day itself, the observance, and associated events.
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Examples
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Advanced Usage
  • The holiday was originally called Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I. In 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day to honor veterans of all wars.
  • It is distinct from Memorial Day, which honors those who died in military service.
Variants and Related Words
  • Veteran (noun): A person who has served in the military.
  • Armistice Day (proper noun): The former name for this holiday, still used in some other countries to commemorate the end of World War I.
Synonyms
  • There are no direct synonyms for the proper noun "Veterans Day." Related conceptual phrases include:
    • day to honor veterans
    • national holiday for veterans
Related Phrases
  • Observe Veterans Day: To recognize or celebrate the holiday.
    • How does your community observe Veterans Day?
  • Veterans Day weekend: Refers to the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) near November 11.
    • Many stores have sales during Veterans Day weekend.
Noun
  1. a legal holiday in the United States; formerly Armistice Day but called Veterans' Day since 1954

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