independence day
/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns ˈdeɪ/ · in·de·pen·dence...day
noun
- A national holiday commemorating the day a country gained independence from colonial or foreign rule The United States celebrates its Independence Day on July 4th with fireworks and parades.
- A day marking the end of a restrictive or oppressive situation, used figuratively For her, quitting the stressful job was her independence day, and she felt finally free to pursue her passions.
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Did you know? The first Independence Day celebration in the United States took place on July 4, 1777, and it was marked with music, bonfires, and the reading of the Declaration of Independence. Today, it is one of the most significant national holidays in the United States, often celebrated with large-scale fireworks displays and patriotic events.