Labour Day

American

noun

British.

a holiday in honor of labor, celebrated on May 1 in Britain and some parts of the Commonwealth, but on the first Monday in September in Canada, on the fourth Monday in October in New Zealand, and with varying dates in the different states of Australia.

Labour Day British

noun

a public holiday in many countries in honour of labour, usually held on May 1 See also Labor Day

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It was hosting a diving expedition over the Labour Day holiday weekend.

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2023

China's five-day Labour Day holiday in early May was once a good excuse for a quick European jaunt - with a side of luxury shopping on the agenda.

From Reuters • May 5, 2023

Activity in the foreign exchange markets was subdued due to the Labour Day holidays in Singapore, Hong Kong and mainland China.

From Reuters • May 1, 2023

Conservative arguments have already resonated with voters like Ms Jordan, who BBC News met as she sold spices and cooking ingredients at the Westmoreland County Labour Day craft fair.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2022

As Labour Day is a national holiday, it must be regarded as a gala day.

From Gala Day Luncheons A Little Book of Suggestions by Burrell, Caroline Benedict

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