Memorial Day (Noun)
Meaning
Legal holiday in the United States, last Monday in May; commemorates the members of the United States armed forces who were killed in war.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials to honor the fallen soldiers.
- On the last Monday in May, Americans celebrate Memorial Day, a legal holiday in the United States.
- Schools and government buildings are closed on Memorial Day to honor those who have given their lives for their country.
- Memorial Day has become a significant date for family outings and picnics, despite its origins as a day of mourning.
- During the Memorial Day parade, veterans of the United States armed forces are traditionally honored for their service and sacrifice.