Saint Valentine's Day

noun

variants or St. Valentine's Day

Word History

Etymology

St. Valentine died about 270 Italian priest

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Saint Valentine's Day was in the 14th century

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“Saint Valentine's Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Saint%20Valentine%27s%20Day. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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Saint Valentine's Day

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