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

1. observed in many countries to celebrate the coming of spring; observed in Russia and related countries in honor of labor