Results for vacation
Definitions of vacation:
part of speech: noun
A vacating or making void, or invalid: freedom from duty, etc.: recess: break in the sittings of law- courts: school and college holidays.
part of speech: noun
Act of making void; the intermission of judicial proceedings; interruption for a time of regular studies at a college or school; intermission of any stated employment.
part of speech: noun
The act of making empty or leaving without an occupant; a making void; a short or long interruption in work or business; as, he took only a day's vacation; a period of leisure or rest; a holiday.
Usage examples for vacation:
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That's why I think we need a vacation from each other.
"The Road to Understanding", Eleanor H. Porter -
Before they separated for their vacation however, there was to be one more of Miss Morley's delightful excursions.
"The Jolliest School of All", Angela Brazil -
If it were any other time, if we weren't already so far behind with our work, I'd send you off somewhere for a vacation
"The Short Line War", Merwin-Webster -
Finally she inquired if she were having a pleasant vacation and Ellen replied that she was.
"The Portion of Labor", Mary E. Wilkins Freeman