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    Day of the Dead

    noun

    • 1. All Souls' Day, as celebrated on November 2 in various European and Latin American countries: "the dead person is also formally remembered with prayers and feasting on the first anniversary of the death, and on the Day of the Dead every November"

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  2. www.history.com › topics › halloweenDay of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) - HISTORY

    Oct 30, 2018 · The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a Mexican tradition that honors the deceased with food, drink and celebration from October 31 to November 2. Learn about its origins, symbols, rituals and cultural significance from History.com.

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  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Day_of_the_DeadDay of the Dead - Wikipedia

    The Day of the Dead (Spanish: el Día de Muertos or el Día de los Muertos) is a holiday traditionally celebrated on November 1 and 2, though other days, such as October 31 or November 6, may be included depending on the locality.

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  6. www.britannica.com › topic › Day-of-the-DeadDay of the Dead | Mexican Tradition, Celebrations & Rituals

    May 28, 2024 · The Day of the Dead is about honouring dead loved ones and making peace with the eventuality of death by treating it familiarly, without fear and dread. The holiday is derived from the rituals of the pre-Hispanic peoples of Mexico.

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  7. www.nytimes.com › article › day-of-the-dead-mexicoWhat Is Day of the Dead, the Mexican Holiday? - The New York ...

    Oct 31, 2023 · MEXICO CITY — Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is one of the most important celebrations in Mexico, with roots dating back thousands of years, long before Spanish settlers arrived.

  8. www.bbc.co.uk › newsround › 63482332Day of the Dead: What is it and how is it celebrated? - BBC ...

    Nov 2, 2022 · Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is an important festival which takes place each year in South American countries, but what's it all about?

  9. mymodernmet.com › dia-de-los-muertos-day-of-the-deadExploring Day of the Dead Traditions and the Dia de los ...

    When is the Day of the Dead? The Day of the Dead is spread across three days—October 31, November 1, and November 2. Día de los Muertos (“Day of the Dead”) traditionally refers to November 2, when deceased adults are commemorated.

  10. www.cnn.com › travel › day-of-the-dead-traditionsDay of the Dead is full of longstanding traditions ... - CNN

    Nov 1, 2023 · Día de los Muertos, known in English as Day of the Dead, is a time-honored tradition in Mexico with origins that go back thousands of years. In the US, you’ve probably seen the signs...

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