1530s, "the giving of thanks," from thanks (n.) + present participle of give (v.). In the specific sense of "public celebration acknowledging divine favors" thanksgiving dates from 1630s (the first one in America was held October 1621 by Plymouth Colony Pilgrims in appreciation of assistance from members of the Massasoit tribe and celebration of the first harvest); though Thanksgiving Day itself is not attested until 1670s.
雙語例句
1. The Colonel bowed his head and whispered a prayer of thanksgiving.
這位上校低頭輕聲做感恩祈禱。
來自柯林斯例句
2. It's going to be the most magnificent Thanksgiving dinner we ever had.
這將是我們參加過的最盛大的感恩節晚餐。
來自柯林斯例句
3. Pumpkin pie is a traditional American dish served on Thanksgiving.
南瓜餡餅是美國傳統的感恩節食物。
來自《權威詞典》
4. We always eat turkey on Thanksgiving.
我們過感恩節時總是吃火雞。
來自《權威詞典》
5. It's traditional in America to eat turkey on Thanksgiving Day.