Easter Monday

noun

1. the day after Easter, observed as a holiday in some places.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Easter Monday¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

Jockey aiming for National double after winning this year's Irish race on Easter Monday with Intense Raffles.

From BBC

Argyle's 1-0 loss to Bristol City at Home Park on Easter Monday was their fifth successive home game without a goal.

From BBC

The win keeps Leeds in second place after leaders Ipswich Town's late win over Southampton and Leicester City's victory over Norwich earlier on Easter Monday.

From BBC

Major travel problems are affecting Easter Monday bank holiday drivers and train passengers in parts of Wales.

From BBC

Sydney and Hong Kong were closed for the Easter Monday holiday.

From Seattle Times