"daycation" meaning in English

See daycation in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: daycations [plural]
Etymology: Blend of day + vacation. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|day|vacation}} Blend of day + vacation Head templates: {{en-noun}} daycation (plural daycations)
  1. (Canada, US) A single-day excursion or retreat. Tags: Canada, US Synonyms: day trip

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