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What is another word for Holiday? – 111 Holiday Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    vacation break recess leave time off day off furlough sabbatical hiatus interlude interval respite rest leisure recreation outing excursion trip tour journey travel sojourn stay visit getaway escape retreat relaxation leisure time free time spare time downtime

    Meaning of Holiday

    A day of festivity or recreation when no work is done

    Definitions

    • A day of festivity or recreation when no work is done
    • * An extended period of leisure and recreation, especially one spent away from home or in a foreign country

    Etymology of Holiday

    The word "holiday" has its roots in Old English, derived from "hāligdæg," which means "holy day"
    Originally, holidays were days of religious significance, but over time the term has expanded to include any day of celebration, leisure, or recreation

    Example Uses

    • I'm going on holiday to the beach next week
    • * The school is closed for the holidays
    • * She took a holiday from work to travel abroad

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    workday weekday business day working day school day ordinary day usual day routine day daily grind chore task duty obligation responsibility burden drudgery toil labor exertion effort strain