Arbor Day

noun

: a day designated for planting trees

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By partnering with organizations like the Arbor Day Foundation, companies can leverage tree planting and engage in projects that maximize water benefits while also providing so many additional benefits for the planet. Dan Lambe, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 The city, recognized as a Tree City by the Arbor Day Foundation, was one of 17 government entities to receive grant funding through the Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative, according to a news release from the mayor’s office. Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2025 After that, a series of candlelight hikes, snowshoe and cross-country skiing events will be scheduled throughout the winter, and Earth Day and Arbor Day events across the state, including the ceremonial planting of 125 trees. Laura Schulte, Journal Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024 State of play: Des Moines is one of over 120 partners in the Arbor Day Foundation's Community Canopy program. Jason Clayworth, Axios, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Arbor Day 

Word History

Etymology

Latin arbor tree

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Arbor Day was in 1863

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“Arbor Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Arbor%20Day. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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Arbor Day

noun
: a day in April set aside as a day to plant trees

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