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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF ANZAC DAY

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WHAT DOES ANZAC DAY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Anzac Day

Anzac Day

Anzac Day /ˈænzæk/ is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders "who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations" and "the contribution and suffering of all those who have served." Originally 25 April every year was to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who fought at Gallipoli in the Ottoman Empire during World War I. Anzac Day is also observed in the Cook Islands, Niue, Pitcairn Islands, and Tonga. It is no longer observed as a national holiday in Papua New Guinea or Samoa.

Definition of Anzac Day in the English dictionary

The definition of Anzac Day in the dictionary is 25 April, a public holiday in Australia and New Zealand commemorating the Anzac landing at Gallipoli in 1915.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ANZAC DAY

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ANZAAS
Anzac
anziani
Anzio
ANZUS
ao
AOB
AOC
AOCB
AOH
AONB
AOR
Aoraki-Mount Cook
Aorangi-Mount Cook

WORDS THAT END LIKE ANZAC DAY

April Fools´ Day
Ascension Day
Boxing Day
Canada Day
Christmas Day
Father´s Day
Groundhog Day
Inauguration Day
Independence Day
Judgment Day
Labor Day
Last Day
May Day
Memorial Day
Mother´s Day
New Year´s Day
Saint Valentine´s Day
Thanksgiving Day
the Lord´s Day
Veterans Day

Synonyms and antonyms of Anzac Day in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «Anzac Day» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF ANZAC DAY

Find out the translation of Anzac Day to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of Anzac Day from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Anzac Day» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

澳新军团日
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Día Anzac
570 millions of speakers

English

Anzac Day
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

Anzac दिवस
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

يوم انزاك
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

День Анзака
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Dia Anzac
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আনজাক দিবস
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Anzac Day
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Hari Anzac
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Anzac Day
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

アンザックデー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

안작 데이
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Anzac Day
85 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Vietnamese

Anzac Day
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

அன்சாக் நாள்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

अनझेक दिन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Anzak Günü
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Anzac Day
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

ANZAC Day
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

день АНЗАК
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Ziua Anzac
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

Anzac Day
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Anzac Dag
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Anzac Day
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Anzac Day
5 millions of speakers

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ANZAC DAY»

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Anzac Day

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ANZAC DAY»

Discover the use of Anzac Day in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Anzac Day and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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My Grandad Marches on Anzac Day
This picture book for the very young is a simple, moving look at Anzac Day through the eyes of a little girl.
Catriona Hoy, 2008
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What's Wrong With Anzac?: The Militarisation of Australian ...
Daring, intelligent, and thought-provoking, this is a must-read for those interested in Australian or military history.
Marilyn Lake, Henry Reynolds, 2010
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Anzac Day: The New Zealand Story: What It Is and Why It Matters
This book exposes the rich history behind Anzac Day, seeking to answer the many questions children often ask their parents and teachers around the 25th of April every year.
Philippa Werry, 2013
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Anzac Day
Anzac Day, held on 25 April each year, is a commemoration, not a celebration. It is a time for recognition and remembrance of the sacrifices made by all those who have served Australia in time of conflict or who currently serve in the defence  ...
‎2001
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Anzac Day: Activities to Switch on Thinking Skills!
"This fabulous resource is packed with 45 practical and fun activities on the theme Anzac Day.
Cathy Cormack, 2009
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Anzac Day Parade
A poignant look at war through the eyes of a former member of the 18th Battalion.
Glenda Kane, Lisa Allen, 2010
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Inventing Anzac: The Digger and National Mythology
CHAPTER EIGHT The Great Spectacle Anzac Day is the most significant expression of the national-military myth. At the same time, and in the same places , it is the moment in which many elements of the official tradition of Anzac and the folk ...
Graham Seal, 2004
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The First Anzac Day
This series brings together a variety of essential books about core topics, such as Gallipoli and its effect on Australian life, citizenship, commemorative days in the Australian calendar and the symbols by which the Australian nation and ...
Robert Gott, 2011
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Growing Up Asian in Australia
Every Anzac Day during high school I would march in the Sydney city street parade with my school's pipe band. It was always a big and proud day, with regiments of decorated veterans marching, some of whom had fought in the country where ...
Alice Pung, 2008
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Anzac Day: The Undying Debt
This book uses archival documents, media reports and material evidence of Anzac Day to illustrate the beginnings of commemorative days as a part of Australian culture.
Janice Gwenllian Pavils, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ANZAC DAY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Anzac Day is used in the context of the following news items.
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Jason Taylor hails 'strong performance' as Wests Tigers slump to …
Having showed promise earlier in the season, the Tigers' round 13 caning over premiers South Sydney is their only win since the Anzac Day ... «Sydney Morning Herald, Jul 15»
2
NAIDOC Week 2015: A corporal and a Goreng Goreng gentleman
... II were banned from attending Returned and Services League (RSL) Clubs except on Anzac Day, according to the Australian War Memorial. «ABC Online, Jul 15»
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Your Story: Sailor takes once-in-lifetime trip
On Anzac Day we were involved in a naval flotilla with nine warships, including HMAS Anzac, in Anzac Cove during the dawn service. «Toowoomba Chronicle, Jul 15»
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July 6, 2015, 7:43 am
He also hoped the round-four win over Richmond on Anzac Day eve would become a precursor for more clashes between the two clubs on that ... «The West Australian, Jul 15»
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Greater Western Sydney Giants see light at end of tunnel
... made a strong return to league football, kicking three goals in each of his two games back since suffering a shoulder injury on ANZAC Day. «WA today, Jul 15»
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Peter Snowden sets Ramornie Handicap target for I've Got The Looks
I've Got The Looks showed brilliant acceleration when taking out the Listed Silk Stocking at the Gold Coast on Anzac Day. She made it back to ... «NEWS.com.au, Jul 15»
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Two-up proceeds goes three ways for Grafton charities
THE spirit of the Anzac Day 2015 continues to be felt with three Valley organisations sharing in the proceeds of the Grafton District Services ... «Clarence Valley Daily Examiner, Jun 15»
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Duntroon cadet accused of Anzac Day rape says he had 'absolutely …
A Duntroon cadet accused of raping a fellow cadet on Anzac Day last year has told an ACT court there was "absolutely no doubt" the woman ... «ABC Online, Jun 15»
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Duntroon Anzac Day rape trial begins
The complainant, a relatively new cadet at the officer training institution, had just taken part in her first Anzac Day march in regional NSW. «The Canberra Times, Jun 15»
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50 years of MCG memories: The original Anzac Day blockbuster
The massive crowd of 92,436, which filled the MCG stands that day, was the catalyst for the modern-day Collingwood-Essendon Anzac Day ... «Richmond, Jun 15»

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