Christmas

usgb/ˈkrɪsməs/
noun

A Christian holiday celebrated on December 25th to mark the birth of Jesus Christ.

We usually visit our grandparents at Christmas.
Visual representation of "christmas" - A Christian holiday celebrated on December 25th to mark the birth of Jesus Christ.

Often appears as...

  • christmas day
  • christmas eve
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Religious Origin

Remember, Christmas has Christian origins, so it's primarily celebrated by Christians, but also enjoyed as a cultural holiday by many.

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Christmas mass is an important service for Christians.
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Not Always Festive

Some individuals don't celebrate Christmas, so it's considerate to say 'Happy Holidays' as a more inclusive greeting.

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Sending you warm wishes this holiday season!
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Greeting Usage

Use 'Merry Christmas' as a greeting or farewell, but only close to December 25th.

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Merry Christmas! See you next year.
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