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gravy day
What does gravy day mean?
21 December, celebrated as an unofficial holiday referencing the date in Paul Kelly's Christmas song 'How to Make Gravy'. Macquarie 2023 shortlist.
"Happy Gravy Day, time to put the Paul Kelly on."
Origin
From the lyric 'Hello Dan, it's Joe here' dated 21 December in Paul Kelly's song; Macquarie Dictionary 2023 shortlist.
Frequently asked questions
What is Gravy Day?
It's an unofficial Australian holiday on 21 December, celebrating the date referenced in Paul Kelly's Christmas song 'How to Make Gravy'.
Why is 21 December Gravy Day?
In the song, the narrator writes from prison and dates the letter 21 December, so fans have adopted that date to celebrate the beloved track.
Is Gravy Day an official term?
It appeared on Macquarie Dictionary's 2023 shortlist, reflecting how widely the informal holiday is now recognised.
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