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

Along with the Savor Festival, Omni PGA Frisco has other signature events, such as its annual Fireworks on The Fairway (a celebration of Independence Day) and Home on The Range for The Holidays. —Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2025

Mexican Folk Art: Celebrate Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month by creating your own craft honoring Mexican folk art. —Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2025

Wonder is joined on the production side by 10 Ton Productions, led by Benton Crane, and 2521 Entertainment, led by Tyler Zacharia, with Angel set to distribute the film nationwide over Independence Day weekend 2026. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025

Amid their appointments and time in waiting rooms, Ysabel arranged a last-minute trip to Chicago as a respite to celebrate Peru’s Independence Day on July 28. —Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined above

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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