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A day on which a festival, religious event, or national celebration is traditionally observed.

Example: Today is a Wiccan holiday!

A day declared free from work by the state or government.

A period of one or more days taken off work for leisure and often travel; often plural.

A period during which pupils do not attend their school; often plural; rarely used for students at university (usually: vacation).

Example: I want to take a French course this summer holiday.

To take a period of time away from work or study.

To spend a period of time for travel.

(usually after possessive) holiday, vacation; time off work, especially if spent travelling away from home

The season around Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year's Day.

Example: Where will you be spending the holidays?