Labour Day

American  

noun

British.

1. 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.

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Labour Day British  

noun

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

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Example Sentences

It also said florists could employ staff to sell fragrant lily of the valley, which is traditionally sold on Labour Day in France.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

“Buying ahead of the Labour Day holiday has provided near-term support following the recent pullback,” analysts at ING say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

On 1 May each year, marches led by workers and unions are held as part of International Labour Day celebrations in many countries.

From BBC • May 1, 2025

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

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