Definition for CHRIST'MAS

CHRIST'MAS, n. [Christ and mass, Sax. mæssa, a holy day or feast; D. kersmis.]

  1. The festival of the Christian church observed annually on the 25th day of December, in memory of the birth of Christ, and celebrated by a particular church service. The festival includes twelve days.
  2. Christmas day.

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