thanksgiving
noun
[ ˈθaŋksɡɪvɪŋ ]
• the expression of gratitude, especially to God.
• "he offered prayers in thanksgiving for his safe arrival"
• (in North America) an annual national holiday marked by religious observances and a traditional meal. The holiday commemorates a harvest festival celebrated by the Pilgrim Fathers in 1621, and is held in the US on the fourth Thursday in November. A similar holiday is held in Canada, usually on the second Monday in October.
• "Thanksgiving dinner"
