All Saints' Day

noun

: November 1 observed in Western liturgical churches as a Christian feast in honor of all the saints

Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of All Saints' Day was in 1562

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“All Saints' Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/All%20Saints%27%20Day. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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All Saints' Day

noun
: November 1 observed as a church festival in honor of the Christian saints

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