'Sabbath-associated' originates from the word 'Sabbath,' which comes from the Hebrew word 'Shabbat,' meaning 'rest' or 'cessation.' The term 'associated' is derived from Latin 'associatus,' meaning 'joined with.'

The term 'Sabbath' was adopted into Old English as 'sabbot,' and 'associated' evolved from the Latin 'associatus' through Old French 'associer.'

Initially, 'Sabbath' referred specifically to the Jewish day of rest, but it has broadened to include similar observances in other religions.