whitsuntide

/ˈwɪtsənˌtaɪd/
noun
  1. The week beginning with Whitsunday (Pentecost), especially the first few days, traditionally a time of celebration and holiday.
    • The village held its annual Whitsuntide fair on the green.
    • Whitsuntide was once a popular time for outdoor festivals and church processions.
    • Many families used the Whitsuntide holiday to visit relatives or go on short trips.
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