Armed Forces Day


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Armed′ Forc′es Day`


n.
the third Saturday in May, a U.S. holiday honoring the armed forces.
[1965–70]
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Noun1.Armed Forces Day - the 3rd Saturday in MayArmed Forces Day - the 3rd Saturday in May    
day - a day assigned to a particular purpose or observance; "Mother's Day"
May - the month following April and preceding June
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