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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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

The city is quiet, with many shops shuttered for the Labour Day long weekend.

From BBC • Sep. 5, 2022

Marches led by workers and unions are held on May 1 every year as part of International Labour Day celebrations in many countries.

From Reuters • May 1, 2022

The streets of Beijing were quiet at the start of the five-day Labour Day break.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2022

Then came a letter from the Doctor saying that the men of the families planned to drive the cars to the mountains and spend Labour Day with the Tribe.

From The Woodcraft Girls in the City by Roy, Lillian Elizabeth

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