Meaning of Michaelmas in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈmɪkəlməs/

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  1. Noun

    Michaelmas

    Etymology

    Old English Sanct Michaeles mæsse ‘Saint Michael's Mass’, referring to the Archangel

    Definitions

    1. honoring the archangel Michael

    Examples

    • « a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland »

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