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Easter Monday

American  

noun

  1. the day after Easter, observed as a holiday in some places.


Etymology

Origin of Easter Monday

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

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He died on Easter Monday, following a final tour around St Peter's Square in his popemobile to greet the crowd.

From Barron's

The free event is expected to draw thousands to the slopes of Avenham Park, where the famous egg rolls will take place on the hour, every hour, from 11:00 to 16:00 BST on Easter Monday.

From BBC

Drivers have been advised to set off early in the morning, as congestion is likely to be at its worst from 10:00 BST each day between Thursday and Saturday, and on Easter Monday.

From BBC

He died on Easter Monday, less than 24 hours after his last public appearance, in front of a crowd of worshippers at St Peter's Square in the Vatican.

From BBC

This week, Bayrou proposed eliminating France’s Easter Monday and Victory Day holidays, the latter marking the defeat of Nazi Germany.

From Los Angeles Times