Mother's Day

Rich D. (United States of America)
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  1. commonly
    under normal conditions
    The modern Mother's Day is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in March, April, or May as a day to honor mothers and motherhood.
  2. honor
    a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
    The modern Mother's Day is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in March, April, or May as a day to honor mothers and motherhood.
  3. origin
    the place where something begins
    Historically, the celebration has it origin in ancient customs and traditions.
  4. ancient
    belonging to times long past
    Historically, the celebration has it origin in ancient customs and traditions.
  5. dedicated
    devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose
    The ancient Romans also had another holiday, Matronalia, that was dedicated to Juno (an ancient Roman goddess), though mothers were usually given gifts on this day.
  6. aside
    on or to one side
    In Europe there were several long standing traditions where a specific Sunday was set aside to honor motherhood and mothers such as Mothering Sunday which is a Christian festival celebrated throughout Europe that falls on the 4th Sunday in Lent.
  7. throughout
    from first to last
    In Europe there were several long standing traditions where a specific Sunday was set aside to honor motherhood and mothers such as Mothering Sunday which is a Christian festival celebrated throughout Europe that falls on the 4th Sunday in Lent.
  8. tie
    fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
    Written in 1870, the proclamation was tied to Howe's feminist belief that women had a responsibility to shape their societies at the political level.
  9. feminist
    a supporter of equal rights for women
    Written in 1870, the proclamation was tied to Howe's feminist belief that women had a responsibility to shape their societies at the political level.
  10. shape
    a perceptual structure
    Written in 1870, the proclamation was tied to Howe's feminist belief that women had a responsibility to shape their societies at the political level.
  11. tribute
    something given or done as an expression of esteem
    People take the day as an opportunity to pay tribute to their mothers and thank them for all their love and support.
  12. occasion
    an event that occurs at a critical time
    There is also a tradition of gifting flowers, cards and other gift to mothers on the occasion.
Created on Tue Dec 10 09:53:02 EST 2013 (updated Tue Dec 10 10:00:36 EST 2013)

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