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Definition
Thanksgiving Day; a holiday in the US and Canada celebrating the harvest, typically featuring turkey.
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How it's used
Thanksgiving is primarily recognized as a Western holiday, and while it is not a public holiday in Hong Kong, it is widely known due to international influence. In local contexts, it is often associated with the specific culinary tradition of eating roast turkey, which is sometimes offered as a seasonal promotion in hotels or Western-style restaurants.
Examples
Are you going home for dinner this Thanksgiving?
Many people buy turkeys to make a big meal on Thanksgiving Day.
Related words
Common phrases
Thanksgiving feast
Thanksgiving holiday
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