1. The last day of the year (December 31) or the New Year's Eve celebration, especially as observed in Scotland.
Usage: Scottish English; often capitalized when referring to the holiday itself
2. A gift or treat given at New Year, especially in Scotland.
Usage: Scottish English; archaic or regional

Examples

• Families gather on hogmenay to celebrate the coming of the new year.
• In Scotland, hogmenay is a major holiday with street parties and fireworks.
• We spent hogmenay with friends, singing and dancing until midnight.
• Children would receive small gifts and sweets as hogmenay treats.
• The city's hogmenay celebrations drew thousands of visitors from around the world.