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Religion and Festivals - Holidays & Celebrations

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anniversary

the date on which an important event happened in a previous year and is remembered or celebrated

Ex: They celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary with a special dinner. 
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birthday
birthday
[noun]

the day and month of your birth in every year

Ex: He invited all his friends to his birthday party at the park. 
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bonfire
bonfire
[noun]

a large fire built outdoors for celebration or signaling

Ex: They gathered around the bonfire on the beach. 
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carnival
carnival
[noun]

a festival happening annually that involves dancing, music and colorful clothes

Ex: The Rio Carnival in Brazil is the largest carnival in the world. 
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to celebrate

to do something special such as dancing or drinking that shows one is happy for an event

Ex: Every year, they celebrate their anniversary by going out for a romantic dinner. 
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cracker
cracker
[noun]

a paper roll that pops when pulled at both ends, often containing candy or a small gift

Ex: The children pulled Christmas crackers at the dinner table. 
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custom
custom
[noun]

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

Ex: It is a custom in Japan to take off your shoes before entering a house. 
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decoration

an object or feature added to something to make it more attractive or festive

Ex: Emma hung a silver decoration on the Christmas tree. 
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Father's Day

a day set aside to honor and celebrate fathers and father figures

Ex: They gave their dad a card on Father's Day. 
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Mother's Day

the day on which mothers are appreciated and often receive gifts from their children

Ex: She bought flowers for her mom on Mother's Day. 
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firework
firework
[noun]

(usually plural) a small thing containing explosive powder that produces bright colors and a loud noise when it explodes or burns, mostly used at celebrations

Ex: The fireworks lit up the night sky during the New Year's Eve celebration. 
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Halloween
Halloween
[noun]

October 31st, a holiday where people dress in costumes, carve pumpkins, and children go door-to-door asking for candy

Ex: The kids dressed as ghosts and witches for Halloween this year. 
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New Year
New Year
[noun]

the beginning of a new calendar year, often celebrated with parties and traditions

Ex: Many people make resolutions for the New Year. 
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parade
parade
[noun]

a public procession of people or vehicles held to celebrate or mark an event

Ex: Thousands of people lined the streets to watch the holiday parade. 
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reunion
reunion
[noun]

a gathering of people who used to be together, such as friends, classmates, or colleagues

Ex: The school reunion was held in the gym. 
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toast
toast
[noun]

an expression of good wishes, respect, or celebration made by raising a glass and drinking

Ex: Daniel raised his glass and proposed a toast to the newlyweds. 
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tradition
tradition
[noun]

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

Ex: Every year, the family follows the tradition of gathering for a holiday dinner. 
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Christmas
Christmas
[noun]

the 25th of December on which Christians celebrate Jesus Christ's birth

Ex: Families around the world celebrate Christmas by decorating their homes with lights and ornaments. 
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Christmas carol

a religious song that is sung at Christmas or during Christmas holiday season

Ex: The children sang a Christmas carol at the school concert. 
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christmas eve

the 24th of December, which is the day before Christmas

Ex: Friends exchanged heartfelt gifts and heartfelt wishes on Christmas Eve, cherishing the bonds of friendship that make the season bright. 
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Divali
Divali
[noun]

a Hindu holiday celebrated with lights, lamps, and fireworks, usually in October or November

Ex: Families decorate their homes with lamps during Divali. 
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Easter
Easter
[noun]

a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ

Ex: Our family gets together for Easter every year. 
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Easter egg

a candy or treat shaped like an egg, given or used during Easter celebrations

Ex: Children hunt for Easter eggs in the garden. 
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Easter Monday

the day following Easter Sunday, often observed as a public holiday in some countries

Ex: Schools are closed on Easter Monday. 
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Eid
Eid
[noun]

a major Muslim festival, either marking the end of Ramadan or celebrating Abraham's sacrifice

Ex: Families gather to celebrate I d with prayers and meals. 
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festival
festival
[noun]

a period of time that is celebrated due to cultural or religious reasons

Ex: Diwali is a popular festival in India. 
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Hanukkah
Hanukkah
[noun]

an eight-day holiday when Jewish people celebrate the time that an important temple was given back to them

Ex: Families gather each year to celebrate Hanukkah, lighting the menorah and singing traditional songs. 
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holiday
holiday
[noun]

a day fixed by law when we do not have to go to school or work, usually because of a religious or national celebration

Ex: The Memorial Day holiday is a time to honor those who served in the military. 
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Ramadan
Ramadan
[noun]

the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed as a holy month of fasting and devotion

Ex: Muslims around the world fast during Ramadan. 
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Thanksgiving

a national holiday in the US and Canada when families gather and have a special meal to give thanks to God

Ex: Families come together for a feast on Thanksgiving. 
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Epiphany
Epiphany
[noun]

a Christian festival on 6 January celebrating the visit of the Magi to the baby Jesus

Ex: The church held a special service for Epiphany. 
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feast day
feast day
[noun]

a day set aside to celebrate a particular religious or special event, often with a large meal

Ex: They prepared a special dinner for the feast day. 
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festival of lights

(in Judaism) a celebration marked by the lighting of lamps, candles, or other lights

Ex: Families decorate their homes with lamps during the festival of lights. 
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sabbath
sabbath
[noun]

a day of rest and religious observance, traditionally observed weekly

Ex: Many families attend synagogue on the sabbath. 
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