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Christ·mas
 Christmas
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noun |
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December 25, celebrated in Christianity as the birth date of Jesus Christ.
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this day as a legal holiday and an occasion for greetings and gift-giving.
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| definition 3: |
the portion of the year associated with this day, often December 24 to January 6.
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| derivation: |
Christmasy (adj.) |
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