Social & Culture

Fourth of July

fɔːrθ əv dʒʊˈlaɪ

noun

What does Fourth of July mean?

Independence Day — fireworks and cookouts.

Example sentence

"We watched fireworks on the Fourth of July."

American usage tip

Also called 'the Fourth'. Everything closes.

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The November holiday of gratitude and feasting.
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