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Commonwealth Day

American

noun

a holiday observed in some countries of the Commonwealth of Nations, originally on May 24, the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, but now on varying dates.

Commonwealth Day British

noun

Former name: Empire Day. the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, May 24, celebrated (now on the second Monday in March) as a holiday in many parts of the Commonwealth

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Etymology

Origin of Commonwealth Day

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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King Charles has said the Commonwealth can be a force for unity in a "fragmented world" in a message at the annual Commonwealth Day service in London.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

The Commonwealth Day is a commemorative event meant to celebrate the diversity, unity and shared values of the 56 member nations.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

In recent weeks the King has been on a trip to Northern Ireland and also attended the Commonwealth Day service, which he missed last year after his diagnosis.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2025

The relay, which begins in London as a part of Commonwealth Day celebrations, will be the King's first as head of the Commonwealth.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2025

The full choice of tracks, with more royal commentary, will be published on Monday, for Commonwealth Day.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2025

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