Holy Thursday

noun

1
: ascension day
2
: maundy thursday

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of Holy Thursday was in the 13th century

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“Holy Thursday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Holy%20Thursday. Accessed 20 Mar. 2023.

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Holy Thursday

noun
: maundy thursday
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