nativity sceneNativity scene depicted using Christmas lights
Meanings
Proper Noun
A festival, commemorating the birth of JesusChrist and incorporating various Christian, pre-Christian and secular customs, which is celebrated on December 25 in most places.
The Christmas season, variously defined as the period from the Friday following Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve, or the end of the year period, when consumers shop and prepare for Christmas.
Adjective
Red and green (traditional Christmas colors), especially red and green chile sauce in New Mexican cuisine.