lent
n. uncountablen. the period of forty days before Easter when some people give up things they enjoy, like sweets or social media. It is a time for reflection and preparation in the Christian tradition.
n. the period of forty days preceding Easter, traditionally observed by Christians as a time of fasting, penitence, and spiritual preparation. When referring to this specific religious season, the word is almost always capitalised.
I am giving up chocolate for Lent this year.
During Lent, many local restaurants offer fish specials on Fridays to accommodate those who abstain from eating meat.
The historical observance of Lent has evolved from a strict fast to a more symbolic period of self-denial, though the core focus on spiritual discipline remains central to the liturgical calendar.
Usually capitalised and used without an article ('during Lent', not 'during the Lent').
I gave up coffee for the Lent.I gave up coffee for Lent.Lent is treated as a proper name for a season and does not typically take a definite article.