Maundy Thursday
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Maundy Thursday
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50
Example Sentences
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On Holy Thursday, known in Britain as Maundy Thursday, Charles skipped a service at which the monarch traditionally hands out gifts of special “Maundy Money” coins to people involved in community service.
From New York Times • Mar. 31, 2024
The event is held every year on the Thursday before Easter, known as Maundy Thursday in Britain.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 28, 2024
Easter is the third day of the larger three-day festival known as Holy Triduum, which begins on the evening of Maundy Thursday, marking the night of Jesus' Last Supper with his disciples.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2022
The annual service marks Maundy Thursday, which commemorates Jesus washing the feet of the apostles at the Last Supper.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2022
Abroad there is a belief the Potato thrives best if planted on Maundy Thursday.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas
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