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.
双语例句
1. The Colonel bowed his head and whispered a prayer of thanksgiving.
这位上校低头轻声做感恩祈祷。
来自柯林斯例句
2. It's going to be the most magnificent Thanksgiving dinner we ever had.
这将是我们参加过的最盛大的感恩节晚餐。
来自柯林斯例句
3. Pumpkin pie is a traditional American dish served on Thanksgiving.
南瓜馅饼是美国传统的感恩节食物。
来自《权威词典》
4. We always eat turkey on Thanksgiving.
我们过感恩节时总是吃火鸡。
来自《权威词典》
5. It's traditional in America to eat turkey on Thanksgiving Day.