View synonyms for fast day

fast day

noun

a day on which fasting is observed, especially such a day appointed by some ecclesiastical or civil authority.

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50

When he came to Ayno, he found the Doctor just gone to Church, it being observed by him and his people as a fast-day.

The governor and council had appointed a fast-day to be kept through the country upon Good-Friday for the success of the king.

On the fast-day fists were shaken at Mr. Dishart as he walked sternly homeward, but he was undismayed.

Instead of this incident's humbling Tilliedrum into attending church, the next fast-day saw its streets deserted.

Forgotten the torturing heat, forgotten the hunger and thirst of the fast day!

April 25, 2024firkin

[fur-kin ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse