Independence Day

noun

: a civil holiday for the celebration of the anniversary of the beginnings of national independence

specifically : July 4 observed as a legal holiday in the U.S. in commemoration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776

Examples of Independence Day in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There were more than 10,000 delays and more than 1,200 cancellations on July 5, as many Americans traveled to celebrate Independence Day, according to FlightAware. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 14 July 2026

Da Pond Band, known for their lively Caribbean music, and a popular DJ were all set to perform at an Independence Day celebration on Andros Island. — Cristian Benavides, CBS News, 13 July 2026

Nolan Wells traveled by boat with friends to celebrate Independence Day on a popular barrier island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. — Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 10 July 2026

The heat last week was so severe that parades and events across the country were canceled, including the flagship Independence Day Parade planned in Washington. — Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Independence Day

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Kids Definition

Independence Day

noun

: a holiday celebrating the beginnings of a nation's independence

especially : July 4 observed as a legal holiday in the U.S. in honor of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776