christmas
/ˈkrɪsməs/
noun
- 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.
- 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.
adjective
- 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.