may 1
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Definition
Proper noun * May Day; International Workers' Day: A public holiday observed on the first day of May. In many countries, it is a celebration of spring and labor. In Russia and related countries, it is specifically a day honoring workers and labor movements.
Usage
- "May 1" is used to refer to the specific date and the holiday associated with it. It is often written with the ordinal indicator (e.g., May 1st).
- The holiday is commonly called May Day or International Workers' Day.
Examples
- The parade for May 1 will start at 10 a.m. in the city center.
- Many businesses are closed on May 1 for the public holiday.
- In our country, May 1 is a traditional celebration of spring.
Advanced Usage
- Observing May 1: To mark or celebrate the holiday.
- The community observes May 1 with a festival in the park.
- May 1 celebrations/parades/rallies: Specific events held on this day.
- The annual labor rally is a key part of the May 1 celebrations.
Variants and Related Words
- May Day: The more common name for the holiday in English-speaking countries, especially for the spring celebration.
- International Workers' Day: The name emphasizing the labor and workers' rights aspect of the holiday.
- Labour Day (or Labor Day): A general term for holidays celebrating workers. (Note: In the United States and Canada, "Labor Day" is observed on the first Monday in September, not on May 1).
Synonyms
- First of May
- Workers' Day
Related Phrases
- May Day basket: A small basket of flowers or treats traditionally left anonymously on a neighbor's doorstep on May Day as a spring celebration.
- Maypole: A tall pole decorated with ribbons, around which people dance during May Day festivities celebrating spring.
Noun
- observed in many countries to celebrate the coming of spring; observed in Russia and related countries in honor of labor