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MLK
/ˌɛm ɛl ˈkeɪ/
Definition
1
Acronym for Martin Luther King Jr., the iconic American Baptist minister, activist, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who led the Civil Rights Movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968.
2
Common shorthand used in the US to refer to the federal holiday 'Martin Luther King Jr. Day,' observed on the third Monday in January.
Examples
Instead of marching, my plan for MLK Day involves marching straight to the couch for a Netflix binge.
She quoted MLK in her speech, but swapped 'dream' for 'nap' to keep the audience awake.
Kids today think MLK stands for 'My Lunch King,' demanding PB&J thrones at recess.
I have a dream, said MLK—mine's just for pizza delivery in under 30 minutes.