armed forces day
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A specific commemorative day: "Armed Forces Day" is a designated holiday in the United States, observed annually on the third Saturday in May. It is a day for honoring and expressing gratitude to all individuals currently serving in the U.S. military branches.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Our town holds a parade every year for Armed Forces Day.
- Please join us for a special ceremony this Armed Forces Day to thank our service members.
- Armed Forces Day falls on May 18th this year.
Advanced Usage
- "to observe Armed Forces Day": to formally recognize or celebrate the holiday.
- The base will observe Armed Forces Day with an open house for the public.
Variants and Related Words
- Armed Forces: (noun) The combined military forces of a nation, including the army, navy, air force, marines, and coast guard.
- He served in the armed forces for twenty years.
Synonyms
- Military Appreciation Day: A general term for a day recognizing military service; "Armed Forces Day" is the specific, official U.S. holiday with this purpose.
Related Phrases
- Armed Forces Day weekend: Refers to the period including the Saturday holiday and the adjacent days.
- Many travel to visit family during Armed Forces Day weekend.
Noun
- the 3rd Saturday in May