June 23 (Noun)
Meaning
The night before Midsummer Day.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- People in many countries still gather flowers and greenery to decorate their homes on the eve of June 23.
- The bonfires lit on June 23 are believed to have a purifying effect.
- In some cultures, June 23 is considered a magical night when evil spirits are most active.
- Many couples choose to get married on June 23 because of the romantic connotations of Midsummer Day.
- On the evening of June 23, some people still follow the old custom of walking through fields to ensure fertility.