veterans' day
Definition
- 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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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
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a legal holiday in the United States; formerly Armistice Day but called Veterans' Day since 1954
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