plural Eids
: either of two Islamic festivals:
a
or Eid al-Adha
: an Islamic festival that begins on the 10th day of Dhu'l-Hijja, that lasts four days, and that commemorates Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Ishmael
… many people in the Arab world facing grinding economic crisis as the year's biggest Muslim festival approaches … are looking at the prospect of a lean Eid.—
Kuwait Times
Kuwait TimesOn the first day of Eid al-Adha, Muslims who are able to do so mirror the behaviour of the prophet. They slaughter animals such as sheep, cows and goats in the name of Allah, and share it amongst family, friends and the needy.—Ramazani Mwamba
—often used before another noun
Ramazani MwambaEid prayers
b
or Eid al-Fitr
: an Islamic festival that takes place during the first three days of Shawwal and marks the end of Ramadan with prayer, gifts, and sweets
At the end of Ramadan, we relish the relaxing mood of Eid, because we can break our fast and enjoy our time with family, friends, and community.—Abdulrahman Bindamnan
Abdulrahman BindamnanFor the three-day celebration Eid al-Fitr, which concludes the holy month, families host banquets, exchange gifts and feast on everything from … whole stuffed lamb to rice pudding and pistachio cakes.—Nancy Matsumoto
—often used before another noun
Nancy MatsumotoEid celebrations
see also eid mubarak
Examples of Eid in a Sentence
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The next day was Eid al-Adha, a Muslim holiday that is typically marked by feasting.
—Mosab Abu Toha, New Yorker, 12 June 2025
Asian equities started the week on a strong note as Hong Kong and South Korea outperformed, while Australia was closed for the King’s Birthday and Indonesia and Pakistan were closed for Eid al-Adha.
Both Hong Kong and Mainland China opened higher and continued to gain throughout the session.
—Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Friday marked the beginning of Eid Al Adha, an important festival in Islam that will be honored across the Gaza Strip, despite the continuing war.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 7 June 2025
Muslims from throughout Northwest Indiana gathered together on Friday to pray and celebrate Eid Al-Adha.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2025
Muslims who are not participating in the Hajj, or holy trip, typically observe Eid al-Adha starting June 6.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Because Eid is celebrated over a period of three days, the holiday emphasizes socializing and connecting with others for longer than just an afternoon or a day.
—Monica Haider, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Elders have given accounts of bygone times when residents from various ethnic groups lived in harmony, even sharing gifts during religious celebrations for Eid and Christmas.
—Nathaniel Bivan, Christian Science Monitor, 27 May 2025
Those recognized were: Bartlett High School: Kaitlyn Jenison, Krish Patel, Jingyuan Wen, Whalan Eid, Ryan Chien, Benjamin Emro, Audrey Martin, Zara Yasoob and Jack Conner.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
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Mosab Abu Toha, New Yorker, 12 June 2025
Asian equities started the week on a strong note as Hong Kong and South Korea outperformed, while Australia was closed for the King’s Birthday and Indonesia and Pakistan were closed for Eid al-Adha.
Both Hong Kong and Mainland China opened higher and continued to gain throughout the session.
—Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Friday marked the beginning of Eid Al Adha, an important festival in Islam that will be honored across the Gaza Strip, despite the continuing war.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 7 June 2025
Muslims from throughout Northwest Indiana gathered together on Friday to pray and celebrate Eid Al-Adha.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2025
Muslims who are not participating in the Hajj, or holy trip, typically observe Eid al-Adha starting June 6.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Because Eid is celebrated over a period of three days, the holiday emphasizes socializing and connecting with others for longer than just an afternoon or a day.
—Monica Haider, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Elders have given accounts of bygone times when residents from various ethnic groups lived in harmony, even sharing gifts during religious celebrations for Eid and Christmas.
—Nathaniel Bivan, Christian Science Monitor, 27 May 2025
Those recognized were: Bartlett High School: Kaitlyn Jenison, Krish Patel, Jingyuan Wen, Whalan Eid, Ryan Chien, Benjamin Emro, Audrey Martin, Zara Yasoob and Jack Conner.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
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“Eid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Eid. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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