Thanksgiving

/θæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of giving thanks, especially to God.

We should all take a moment for thanksgiving before our meal.

A day set aside for giving thanks, especially in the United States and Canada.

Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the US.

A public acknowledgment or celebration of gratitude.

The community organized a thanksgiving event to show appreciation for the volunteers.

Middle English, from 'thank' + 'giving'

Thanksgiving dinner

A meal shared by family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Give thanks

To express gratitude.

Turkey Day

A colloquial term for Thanksgiving, referring to the traditional turkey meal.

gratitude

The quality of being thankful.

feast

A large meal, typically a celebratory one.

harvest

The season when crops are gathered.

Turkey Day

I'm looking forward to Turkey Day with all the family feasting.

Thanksliving

She believes in Thanksliving every day, not just on Thanksgiving.