june

UK: dʒuːn | US: dʒuːn

Definition

  1. n. the sixth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar

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Etymology

The word "June" originates from the Latin Iūnius, named after Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage, childbirth, and protection. The month was sacred to her, and its name reflects her cultural significance in ancient Rome. Over time, the spelling evolved through Old French (juin) into Middle English, retaining its association with early summer.

Examples

  1. My birthday is in June.

  2. June marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

  3. They planned a wedding for late June.

  4. The roses bloom beautifully every June.

  5. June is often the busiest month for tourism here.