"Invasion Day" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: From the fact that Australia Day, which commemorated the beginning British colonization, also marks the invasion and oppression against Aboriginals. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Invasion Day}} Invasion Day
  1. (derogatory, typically in Aboriginal use) Australia Day. Tags: derogatory Categories (topical): Australian politics, Nicknames, Social justice Categories (place): Australia
    Sense id: en-Invasion_Day-en-name-Mfg4fStL Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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