a time period usually extending from Friday night through Sunday; more loosely defined as any period of successive days including one and only one Sunday
"We decided to leave early on Friday night so we could make the most of our weekend before rushing back to work Monday morning."
The break in the working week, usually two days including the traditional holy or sabbath day. Thus in western countries, Saturday and Sunday.
"After a long work schedule, I finally have my weekend off to relax at home on Saturday and Sunday."
In plain English: The weekend is the two days at the end of the work week when most people don't have to go to school or work.
"I always save my best movies to watch on the weekend."
To spend the weekend.
"We decided to pack a bag and head out early to really get some time off work."
"You can't weekend in your car because you need to sleep somewhere."
Of, relating to or for the weekend.
"The hotel offers a special weekend rate that is valid from Friday evening through Sunday morning."
"The weekend edition of the newspaper arrives every Saturday morning."
Usage: Use this adjective form only when describing something specifically intended for Saturday and Sunday, such as in "a weekend special." Avoid using it with days of the week like Monday or Tuesday, where "weekly" is more appropriate.
The word "weekend" comes from combining "week" and "end," first appearing as a regional term in Northern England before spreading into general use during the late 19th century. It shares roots with similar terms in Frisian, Dutch, German, and Low German, all referring to the conclusion of the work week.