national holiday
A "national holiday" is a day recognized by a country's government to celebrate or commemorate important events, traditions, or figures, often observed with public festivities and as a non-working day.
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Definition
B1General
(formal)A day recognized by a country's government to celebrate or commemorate important events, traditions, or figures, often observed as a non-working day.
Example
- Independence Day is a national holiday celebrated with fireworks and parades.
- Many businesses are closed on national holidays.
B2Public Sector
(technical)A legally established day off for public-sector employees, often including nationwide observance and festivities.
Example
- Government offices will be closed on the national holiday.
- Public-sector workers enjoy a day off on national holidays.
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