First Known Use: 1704
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red–letter
adjective red–let·ter \ˈred-ˌle-tər\
Definition of RED-LETTER
: of special significance
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Origin of RED-LETTER
from the practice of marking holy days in red letters in church calendars
Rhymes with RED-LETTER
RED-LETTER Defined for Kids
red–letter
adjective red–let·ter \ˈred-ˈle-tər\
Definition of RED-LETTER for Kids
: of special importance : memorable <This was a red-letter day in my life.>
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