: a day set aside for special religious observance
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Observed by Christians, the holy day celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion.—Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Mar. 2026 For Muslim women, henna is another way to dress up for the holy day.—Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026 Last week on Ash Wednesday, a reverend attempted to provide care and impose ashes on the holy day of prayer, but was denied access.—Aki Nace, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026 The holy day is observed across the globe, but contrary to popular belief, Lent is not exclusively observed by Catholics.—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for holy day
Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of holy day was
before the 12th century