Maundy Thursday
Americannoun
noun
"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012Etymology
Origin of Maundy Thursday
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50
Example Sentences
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On Thursday, the King and Queen took part in the traditional Maundy Thursday service, held this year at Durham Cathedral.
From BBC
For Christians, the Maundy Thursday service marks the Last Supper - and the King's message speaks of the humility of Jesus who "knelt and washed the feet of many of those who would abandon him".
From BBC
On Holy Thursday, known in Britain as Maundy Thursday, Charles skipped a service at which the monarch traditionally hands out gifts of special “Maundy Money” coins to people involved in community service.
From New York Times
Earlier this week the King spoke of his "great sadness" at missing the traditional Maundy Thursday service, which was instead attended by Queen Camilla.
From BBC
The event is held every year on the Thursday before Easter, known as Maundy Thursday in Britain.
From Seattle Times
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