Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

day-name

noun
/deɪ neɪm/
Definition
A name that identifies a specific day of the week.
Examples
  • Monday is the first day-name of the week according to many calendars.
  • Each day-name can have cultural significance in different traditions.
  • Some people have a favorite day-name that they look forward to each week.
Meaning
Day-names refer to the titles given to the days based on a system of classification within the week, commonly used in calendars.
Synonyms
  • Weekday
  • Day of the week