A statutory holiday enacted by a country to commemorate the country itself. / A public holiday.

An epic poem or similar work which seeks or is believed to capture and express the essence or spirit of a particular nation.

plural of national epic

plural of national convention

(US, politics) A meeting of the major figures in a political party to outline a party platform, set party rules, select a nominee for president as well as rally supporters.

A body, usually operating with state financial support and approval, that co-ordinates the activities of research in (nearly always) the sciences and (sometimes) other disciplines.

(Canada) The indigenous peoples of Canada (typically not including Inuit or Metis); Indians. / (Canada, less common) The indigenous peoples of any country or region.

Alternative form of First Nation

plural of First Nation

An Indian settlement or band. / (Canada, usually in the plural) The indigenous peoples of Canada (not including Inuit or Metis). / (Canada, less common) The indigenous peoples of any country or region.