Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

federal-holiday

noun

/ˈfɛd.ər.əl ˈhɒl.ɪ.deɪ/

Definition

A federal holiday is a public holiday established by law that is recognized nationwide, during which government offices and many businesses close to observe the occasion.

Examples

The Fourth of July is a federal holiday celebrating the Declaration of Independence.
Many people travel to be with family during the Thanksgiving federal holiday.
On federal holidays, public transportation schedules may change.

Meaning

Federal holidays mark significant events in a nation’s history or celebrate important cultural or civil observances. They provide citizens with specific days off work and are typically observed with various traditions.