bartholomewtide Definition
the period around the feast day of St. Bartholomew, which falls on August 24th.
Phrases with bartholomewtide
a large and raucous annual fair held in London during Bartholomewtide, known for its entertainment, food, and drink
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The Bartholomew Fair was a popular event in London during the 17th century.
Bartholomew's Day massacre
a massacre of French Protestants (Huguenots) by Catholics that occurred on St. Bartholomew's Day, August 24th, 1572
Example
The Bartholomew's Day massacre was a turning point in the French Wars of Religion.
Bartholomew's Hospital
a hospital in London founded in the 12th century, named after St. Bartholomew
Example
Bartholomew's Hospital is one of the oldest hospitals in Europe.
Summary: bartholomewtide in Brief
'Bartholomewtide' [bɑːˈθɒləmjuːtaɪd] refers to the period around the feast day of St. Bartholomew, which falls on August 24th. This term is often associated with the Bartholomew Fair, a large and raucous annual fair held in London during this time, as well as the Bartholomew's Day massacre, a tragic event that occurred on St. Bartholomew's Day in 1572. Additionally, Bartholomew's Hospital, one of the oldest hospitals in Europe, is named after St. Bartholomew.
