ides of April
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Meaning · English
April 15, tax day in the United States
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Although the consequences aren’t as dire, a similar warning is also in order for businesses and individuals in the U.S. around the Ides of April – the traditional tax filing deadline and, in recent years, a deadline for cybercriminals to profit from tax season.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ides of April” mean?
April 15, tax day in the United States
Is “ides of April” formal or informal?
ides of April is generally slang.