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Weekend
Weekend (pronunciation: /ˈwiːkɛnd/) is a term used to describe the period of the week dedicated to rest, typically extending from Friday evening through Sunday evening.
Etymology
The term "weekend" originates from the Old English wice, meaning "week", and ende, meaning "end". It was first used in the late 19th century when the Industrial Revolution allowed workers to have two days off from their seven-day working week.
Related Terms
- Workweek and weekend: The workweek and weekend are the complementary parts of the week devoted to labor and rest, respectively.
- Sabbath: In many religions, the Sabbath is a day set aside for rest and worship.
- Public holiday: A public holiday, national holiday, or legal holiday is a holiday generally established by law and is usually a non-working day during the year.
- Vacation: A vacation, or holiday, is a leave of absence from a regular job, or a specific trip or journey, usually for the purpose of recreation or tourism.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Weekend
- Wikipedia's article - Weekend
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