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July

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Ju·​ly | \ ju̇-ˈlī How to pronounce July (audio) , jə- \

Definition of July

: the seventh month of the Gregorian calendar

First Known Use of July

circa 1599, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for July

Middle English Julie, from Old English Julius, from Latin, from Gaius Julius Caesar

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“July.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/July. Accessed 25 Jan. 2022.

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July

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English Language Learners Definition of July

: the seventh month of the year

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July

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Ju·​ly | \ ju̇-ˈlī How to pronounce July (audio) \

Kids Definition of July

: the seventh month of the year

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