Holiday

Holiday

HOL-uh-day /ˈhɒlədeɪ/
Noun United Kingdom

What we would call a vacation or any time off of work. Brits usually get 28 days paid holiday. That’s not a typo.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Holiday, that is."
"I've never seen such a Holiday in all my life."

Etymology & History

British term for vacation, from 'holy day' (religious festival became time off). Americans use 'vacation' (from Latin 'vacare', be empty/free). British 'holiday' covers both short breaks and longer trips. 'Going on holiday' is quintessential British phrase. Bank holidays are public holidays. The terminology split is historical.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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