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Definition
The first day of the Lunar New Year.
colloquialfestivaltime
How it's used
This term is the standard way to refer to the first day of the Lunar New Year in daily conversation. It functions as a specific date marker rather than a general period of time. People often use it to discuss plans for family gatherings or store closures during the holiday period.
Examples
We go to visit relatives on the first day of the Lunar New Year.
Do you have to work on the first day of the Lunar New Year?
Related words
Common phrases
visiting relatives on the first day of the Lunar New Year
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