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n. - A festival celebrated on September 29 in honor of the archangel for which it is named.

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  • The first goose brought to table is called a Michaelmas goose;
  • Also known as Michaelmas Day, September 29th is the feast of St. Michael the Archangel.
  • The feast of St. Michael the Archangel, also known as Michaelmas, is celebrated on September 29th.
  • These highbrow hybrids have even shed their American name, coming back with the British name Michaelmas daisies.
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