Handsel Monday
Scottish (now chiefly historical )
noun
The first Monday of the year, on which New Year's handsel is given (formerly a public holiday in Scotland).
- Usually (more fully Auld (also Old) Handsel Monday) referring to the first Monday of the year in accordance with the unreformed Julian calendar..
Origin
Mid 17th century.
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- Passendale, Battle of
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