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Noun decoration day has 1 sense
  1. Memorial Day, Decoration Day - U.S., last Monday in May; commemorates the members of the United States armed forces who were killed in war
    --1 is a kind of legal holiday, national holiday
    --1 is a part of May

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Decoration Day

Description:

Decoration Day is a holiday in the United States that is observed on the last Monday of May. It is a day to honor and remember the men and women who have died while serving in the armed forces. The day is often marked by visiting cemeteries and decorating graves with flowers and flags.

Example Sentences:

  • On Decoration Day, we went to the cemetery to place flowers on my grandfather's grave.
  • Many people participate in parades and ceremonies on Decoration Day.
  • Decoration Day is a time for reflection and gratitude for the sacrifices made by our military personnel.

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