class day

American  

noun

(sometimes initial capital letter)

1. a day during the commencement season on which the members of the graduating class in U.S. colleges and schools celebrate the completion of their course with special ceremonies.

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Etymology

Origin of class day

An Americanism dating back to 1825–35

Example Sentences

Up first in 2024 for the UW men and women is the Class Day Regatta in Seattle on March 16.

From Seattle Times

On one recent class day, I savored some pork knuckle over white wine risotto, followed by chocolate mousse.

From Salon

The measure doesn’t force students to participate, but does require schools to set aside time each class day for the pledge to be recited.

From Seattle Times

“Class Day is the best day of the year, for sure,” she said.

From Seattle Times

But if your class wins, well, it gets that much better, and it was the Husky seniors on both the men’s and women’s teams who celebrated victories in the 122nd Class Day on a sunny morning.

From Seattle Times