Main Entry: thanks·giv·ing

Pronunciation: \thaŋ(k)s-ˈgi-viŋ also ˈthaŋ(k)s-ˌ\

Function: noun

Date: 1533

1 : the act of giving thanks
2 : a prayer expressing gratitude
3 a : a public acknowledgment or celebration of divine goodness b capitalized : thanksgiving day