Dictionary Day is an annual event celebrated on October 16 across the United States of America (USA) with great excitement. The day is celebrated in the honour of Noah Webster, who is considered the ‘Father of the American Dictionary’. The day commemorates Webster’s contributions to the development of the modern dictionary. In this article, let us know more about Dictionary Day 2024 date, history and significance to celebrate the day on the birth anniversary of Noah Webster.

Dictionary Day 2024 Date

Dictionary Day 2024 will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 16.

Dictionary Day History

Noah Webster's name has become synonymous with ‘dictionary’ in the United States, especially the modern Merriam-Webster dictionary that was first published in 1828 as An American Dictionary of the English Language. Webster was an American lexicographer, author, English-language spelling reformer, political writer, and editor. His ‘Blue-Backed Speller’ books taught generations of American children how to spell and read. Noah Webster was born on October 16, 1758, and his work, ‘An American Dictionary of the English Language’, which was published in 1828, was a great step in standardising American English. The main aim of Dictionary Day is to encourage language learning, vocabulary expansion, and a love for words. October 2024 Festivals, Events and Holidays Calendar: Complete List of Important National and International Days and Dates. 

Dictionary Day Significance

Dictionary Day holds great significance as the day encourages people, especially students, to expand their vocabulary and learn new words. Dictionaries play an important role in helping individuals improve their language and communication skills. The annual event is a great opportunity to highlight the importance of literacy and education and the need to master language which is critical to personal and professional growth. On this day, many schools and educational institutions organise events, games, and activities to promote word discovery and dictionary usage.

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