Meaning of the word "New Year's Eve" in English

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New Year's Eve

US /ˌnuː jɪrz ˈiːv/
UK /ˌnuː jɪrz ˈiːv/
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Noun

1.

the last day of the year, December 31, which is celebrated with parties and other festivities leading up to midnight and the start of the new year

Example:
We're planning a big party for New Year's Eve.
Many people watch fireworks on New Year's Eve.
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