Eid al-Fitr
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Eid al-Fitr
First recorded in 1730–40, Eid al-Fitr is from Arabic ʿīd al-fiṭr “festival of the breaking of the fast”
Example Sentences
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We humans eat seven fishes on Christmas Eve, samosas on Eid al-Fitr and maple cookies behind the moon.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Both sides announced a truce for the Eid al-Fitr holiday that marks the end of Ramadan.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
This year Nowruz should have been even more special, since it coincides with Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
Eid al-Fitr is held on the first day of the 10th month of the calendar marking the end of Ramadan, when Muslims fast from dawn to sundown.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
Eid al-Fitr is an Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan, the month when devout Muslims fast daily from dawn to sunset.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 28, 2024
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