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Thanksgiving

[/θæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/]
nounpl: Thanksgivings
Ação de Graças
1. A national holiday in the United States and Canada celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, traditionally involving a family meal and giving thanks
We always gather with family on Thanksgiving to share a big turkey dinner.
Sempre nos reunimos com a família na Ação de Graças para compartilhar um grande jantar de peru.
2. An expression of gratitude or thanks to God or others
The sermon focused on thanksgiving for the blessings of the year.
O sermão focou na ação de graças pelas bênçãos do ano.
3. A religious observance or ceremony to give thanks
The church held a special thanksgiving service.
A igreja realizou um serviço especial de ação de graças.
Synonyms
gratitudethanksappreciation
Antonyms
ingratitudeungratefulness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Ação de Graças
Most common term; refers to the American holiday or general expression of gratitude
General Brazilian
Dia de Ação de Graças
Alternative form emphasizing the holiday aspect
Portugal
Ação de Graças
Less commonly celebrated but recognized as the American holiday
Portugal
Dia de Ação de Graças
Full formal reference to the holiday

Related Idioms & Phrases

count your blessings on Thanksgiving
thanksgiving dinner
thanksgiving turkey
thanksgiving parade
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