Commonwealth Day

noun

1. a holiday observed in some countries of the Commonwealth of Nations, originally on May 24, the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, but now on varying dates.

Commonwealth Day

noun

1. the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, May 24, celebrated (now on the second Monday in March) as a holiday in many parts of the Commonwealth Former nameEmpire Day

Word History and Origins

Origin of Commonwealth Day¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

While Catherine has stood back from royal duties, Charles has continued with his constitutional role as head of state, and was recently seen in a virtual address to a service celebrating Commonwealth Day.

From BBC

While Catherine has stood back from royal duties, William has continued with his constitutional role as head of state, and was recently seen in a virtual address to a service celebrating Commonwealth Day.

From BBC

He was heading to Westminster Abbey to attend the annual Commonwealth Day service.

From Salon

The prince was heading to Westminster Abbey for the annual Commonwealth Day service, while the princess was reportedly heading to “a private appointment.”

From Salon

King Charles has thanked the public for their support in a video message to a service celebrating Commonwealth Day.

From BBC