holidays
Translation
holidays, vacation
Examples
Where are you going for the summer holidays?
Where are you going for summer vacation?
Happy holidays!
Happy holidays!
Grammar Patterns
the ((summer/Christmas/etc.)) vacation a specific period of vacation The school closes for summer vacation.
Happy holidays! a greeting used during a festive period 'Happy holidays!' she said with a smile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vacation, break, festive season
Etymology
Plural of 'holiday', from Old English 'hāligdæg' (holy day).
Memory Tips
Think of a collection of 'holy days' or days off, like the Christmas holidays or summer vacation.