thanksgiving
Translation
thanksgiving, gratitude, Thanksgiving
Examples
She offered a prayer of thanksgiving.
She offered a prayer of thanksgiving.
We eat turkey on Thanksgiving.
We eat turkey on Thanksgiving.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) an expression of gratitude for (sth.) She offered a prayer of thanksgiving for her safety.
((as proper noun)) a national holiday in the U.S. and Canada. We celebrate Thanksgiving in November.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gratitude, appreciation
Etymology
A compound of 'thanks' and 'giving'.
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as the act of 'giving thanks', which is also the central theme of the holiday.