Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

groundhog-day

noun

/ˈɡraʊn(h)ɒɡ deɪ/

Definition

Groundhog Day is a day celebrated in North America on February 2nd, during which a groundhog is said to predict the weather for the coming weeks.

Examples

Every February 2nd, fans gather to watch the groundhog emerge from its burrow on Groundhog Day.
The concept of a ‘Groundhog Day’ can apply to any monotonous routine that feels as if it is repeating endlessly.

Meaning

The term ‘Groundhog Day’ commonly refers to the day itself and has also come to symbolize situations that seem repetitive or never-ending, especially stemming from the popular 1993 film of the same name.