Definition

Proper noun: - A Christian holy day: March 19 is the feast day of Saint Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary, in the liturgical calendar of the Roman Catholic Church and some other Christian traditions. It is formally known as the Solemnity of Saint Joseph.

Usage

• March 19 is observed as a day of religious significance, particularly in Catholic-majority countries and regions.
• The date is fixed on the Gregorian calendar and does not move.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "The Feast of Saint Joseph": This is the more formal and complete name for the holy day observed on March 19.
  • The parish prepared a large feast for the Feast of Saint Joseph.

Variants and Related Words

• Saint Joseph's Day: Another common name for the observance on March 19.
  • The procession for Saint Joseph's Day is a major event in the town.

Synonyms

• Feast of Saint Joseph
• Saint Joseph's Day
• Solemnity of Saint Joseph

Notes

• While "March 19" primarily refers to this specific Christian holy day, it is, of course, also a calendar date. The religious meaning is the primary definition when the term is used as a proper noun in this specific liturgical context.

Noun

1. a Christian holy day