October

American  

[ok-toh-ber] / ɒkˈtoʊ bər /

noun

1. the tenth month of the year, containing 31 days. Oct.

2. British. ale or beer traditionally brewed in this month.

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October British  

/ ɒkˈtəʊbə /

noun

1. the tenth month of the year, consisting of 31 days

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Usage

What is October? October is the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It has 31 days and is between September and November.In the Northern Hemisphere October is known as a middle month of the autumn season, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s a middle month of the spring season.Many countries around the world celebrate Halloween, which is on October 31. It’s so popular that much of the month is devoted to spooky things. Halloween is celebrated differently from country to country, with nations like the United States and Canada practicing in trick-or-treating and hosting Halloween-themed parties. Other nations, like Japan and Ireland, celebrate with parades and public gatherings.Other holidays celebrated in October include Día de los Muertos and Oktoberfest. Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that celebrates those who have died. In Germany, Oktoberfest celebrates the craft of beer making, running from late September to early October.Example: October is such a spooky month, especially when the trees lose their leaves.

Etymology

Origin of October

before 1050; Middle English, Old English < Latin Octōber the eighth month of the early Roman year, equivalent to octō- octo- + -ber, on the model of September, November, December; December

Example Sentences

Boulder County, but arguments will not be held until October.

From Los Angeles Times

The captain and his first officer were taken into police custody in early October before returning to sea.

From Barron's

The 38-year-old added she had done her research for about three years before deciding to fly to Spain for the operation in October 2024, believing it would be safe.

From BBC

The “Firework” hitmaker and Trudeau confirmed their relationship in October, when they stepped out hand in hand at a cabaret show in Paris.

From MarketWatch

Wales have lost 24 of 26 internationals since October 2023 and the latest defeat was a 14th successive Six Nations loss in a record stretching back three years.

From BBC