: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young men
usually used with the
a member of the YMCA
sometimes shortened informally to the Y

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In the meantime, Musk celebrated Thanksgiving with his friend Trump, dancing to the YMCA together in Florida. Alexandra Bregman, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024 Checking directly with your local YMCA is recommended. Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024 Meals on Wheels and the social programs for seniors run by the YMCA of Central Florida. Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024 The best way to verify whether your local YMCA will be open or closed on Thanksgiving Day is by reaching out via phone or checking online leading up to your visit, according to a YMCA spokesperson. Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for YMCA 

Word History

Etymology

Young Men's Christian Association

First Known Use

1868, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of YMCA was in 1868

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“YMCA.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/YMCA. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young Christian men
Etymology

Young Men's Christian Association

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