"Distaff Day" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: So called because working at the distaff was then resumed, after the Christmas holiday. Head templates: {{en-prop|head=Distaff Day}} Distaff Day
  1. 7 January, the day after the feast of the Epiphany. Wikipedia link: Distaff Day Synonyms: Roc Day, Rock Day
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