Holiday

/ˈhɑːlədeɪ/

noun

A period of time during which you relax and enjoy yourself away from home.

We're planning a holiday in Spain.

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Pro Tip 1/3

The holiday can be within your own country, not necessarily overseas.

We're spending our holiday at a local beach resort this year.

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A holiday duration can range from a single day to several weeks.

I've got a four-day holiday coming up during Thanksgiving.

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Informally, 'holiday' can mean any break from routine, not official vacations.

I'm taking a day off work for a personal holiday.

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