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

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Krispy Kreme is determined to make Independence Day even sweeter by extending a freebie to certain customers on July 4. Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 24 June 2025 Los Angeles and Seattle are also top cities, according to Hopper. Road travel This year is expected to be the busiest Independence Day ever on the roads. Clara McMichael, ABC News, 24 June 2025 Notable local burger and chicken restaurants also are opening in Arlington as businesses rush to debut before Independence Day holiday week. Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2025 Original price: $109.99 Get a Bohemian look for your Independence Day party with this 9-by-12-foot reversible patio rug. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for Independence Day

Word History

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Independence Day was in 1791

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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

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