christmas

/ˈkrɪsməs/
noun
  1. A Christian holiday on December 25 celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, often observed with gift-giving, family gatherings, and decorations.
    • The city streets were decorated with lights and trees for Christmas.
    • We always spend Christmas with our grandparents, opening presents by the fireplace.
    • Many people attend church services on Christmas morning.
  2. The period of time around December 25, including the days before and after the holiday.
    • I took a week off work for Christmas.
    • The store plays Christmas music all through December.
    • They planned a big party for the Christmas season.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of the Christmas holiday.
    • She wore a red Christmas sweater with reindeer on it.
    • The children sang Christmas carols at the nursing home.
    • We put up a Christmas tree in the living room.
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