"Washington's Birthday" meaning in English

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Proper name

Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Washington's Birthday}} Washington's Birthday
  1. (US) A public holiday in the USA celebrated on the third Monday of February, during which the US presidents, especially George Washington, are celebrated or remembered. Wikipedia link: Washington's Birthday Tags: US Categories (topical): Holidays Synonyms: Presidents' Day, George Washington's Birthday
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