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Nov. |
abbreviation of "November." |
November |
the eleventh month of the year. November has thirty days. |
Sagittarius |
the ninth sign of the zodiac, the Archer, which the sun enters about November 21. [2/3 definitions] |
Scorpio |
a person born under this sign, between October 24 and November 20. [1/3 definitions] |
Thanksgiving |
(cap.) a U.S. holiday held on the fourth Thursday in November. On Thanksgiving, Americans remember the good harvest of the Pilgrims in 1621 and show thanks for what they have now; Thanksgiving Day. [1/2 definitions] |
Thanksgiving Day |
a U.S. holiday held on the fourth Thursday in November every year. Thanksgiving Day serves as a reminder of the good harvest of 1621 that was enjoyed by a group of early European settlers, the Pilgrims. The holiday also serves as a reminder to celebrate and be thankful for the things one has. |
Veterans Day |
a holiday in the United States that honors veterans of the armed forces. It is held on November 11 and used to be called "Armistice Day." |
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