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ember day

One entry found for ember day.
Main Entry: ember day
Pronunciation: 'em-b&r-
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English ymbrendæg, from ymbrene circuit, anniversary + dæg day
: a Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday following the first Sunday in Lent, Whitsunday, September 14, or December 13 set apart for fasting and prayer in Western churches