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February

Definition

February is the second month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It has 28 days in a common year and 29 days in a leap year.

February is the shortest month of the year. It is named after the Latin word februare, which means "to purify". This is because the month was originally associated with the Roman festival of Lupercalia, which was a purification ritual.

February is a month of transition. It is the last month of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and it marks the beginning of spring.

How can the word be used?

February is the shortest month of the year.

February

Different forms of the word

Noun: February.

Synonyms: Feb, Feburary.

Etymology

The word "February" comes from the Latin word Februārius, which means "purification." It was the month in which the Romans celebrated the festival of Februa, which was a purification ceremony.

Question

What months come before and after February?

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