christmas

• Nom propre désignant la fête chrétienne célébrant la naissance du Christ, généralement observée du 24 décembre au 6 janvier, ainsi que reconnue comme jour de terme en Angleterre, au pays de Galles et en Irlande.

A proper noun referring to a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Christ, typically observed from December 24 to January 6, and also recognized as a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Christian holidayA1formal

   An annual Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25.

   Noël

   • We attend church services every Christmas morning.
   • Christmas is a time for family gatherings and gift-giving.
   • Many people decorate their homes with lights and a tree for Christmas.

   Synonymesnoelxmasyuleyuletide

2. Festive seasonA1informal

   The period extending from December 24 to January 6, often associated with celebrations, gift-giving, and time off work.

   fêtes de fin d'année

   • The Christmas season is my favorite time of the year.
   • We have a holiday party every year during the Christmas period.
   • The streets are beautifully decorated throughout the Christmas season.

   Synonymeschristmastidechristmastimeyuletide

3. Quarter day (UK)C1formalbritish

   In England, Wales, and Ireland, one of the four quarter days when rents and other payments are traditionally due.

   Jour de terme (Royaume-Uni)

   • The rent is due on Christmas Day as it is a quarter day.
   • Quarter days, including Christmas, are important for financial settlements.
   • In some old leases, payments are scheduled for Christmas quarter day.