Phrase guide

May long weekend

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A 3-day weekend with a statutory holiday weekday and Saturday and Sunday, in May, used to mark the beginning of summer season in some industries.

The Victoria Day 3-day weekend.

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Usage: Canada, US

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Meaning 2

A 3-day weekend with a statutory holiday weekday and Saturday and Sunday, in May, used to mark the beginning of summer season in some industries.

The Memorial Day 3-day weekend.

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Meaning 3

A 3-day weekend with a statutory holiday weekday and Saturday and Sunday, in May, used to mark the beginning of summer season in some industries.

The Journée des Patriotes/Dollard-des-Ormeaux Day/Fête nationale des Patriotes 3-day weekend

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Usage: Canada, Quebec, US

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