july
the seventh month of the yearWe're planning a vacation in July.
July is the month chosen for the vacation.
the seventh month of the year, following June and preceding August
July is often hot in many parts of the world.
The weather in July tends to be warm or hot.
Independence Day in the United States is celebrated on July 4th.
A national holiday occurs in early July.
July has 31 days and is named after Julius Caesar in the Roman calendar.
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Pro Tip
Seasonal Context
Remember that July is a summer month in the Northern Hemisphere and a winter month in the Southern Hemisphere.
Gold Rule
Capitalization
Always capitalize 'July' as it is a proper noun representing a specific month.
Word Origin
Derived from Latin 'iulius' (Julius), named after Julius Caesar, who reformed the Roman calendar.
Usage Notes
July is commonly associated with summer in the Northern Hemisphere and winter in the Southern Hemisphere.