used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
equally
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
AMONGprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AND HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
angelsnounUS /ˈeɪndʒəlz/
plural of “angel” — spiritual being attendant upon God
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
separated or at a distance in place or position or time
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
awakensverbUS /əˈweɪkənz/
third-person singular of “awaken” — cause to become awake or conscious
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
the time when something begins (especially life)
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
third-person singular of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
celebrateverbUS /ˈseləbreɪt/
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
cheeringnounUS /ˈtʃɪrɪŋ/
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
From this reading CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AND HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
defiesverbUS /dɪˈfaɪz/
third-person singular of “defy” — resist or confront with resistance
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
every person
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
feastingnounUS /ˈfiːstɪŋ/
eating an elaborate meal (often accompanied by entertainment)
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
FESTIVITIESnounUS /feˈstɪvətiz/
plural of “festivity” — any joyous diversion
From this reading CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AND HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
foremostadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrmoʊst/
ranking above all others
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
frostnounUS /frɔːst/
ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside)
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
GIFTSnounUS /ɡɪfts/
plural of “gift” — something acquired without compensation
From this reading CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AND HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
the act of giving
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
holidaynounUS /ˈhɑːlədeɪ/
leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
holidaysnounUS /ˈhɑːlədeɪz/
plural of “holiday” — leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
HOME-MADE
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From this reading CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AND HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
icyadjectiveUS /ˈaɪsi/
devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
kindlinessnoun
friendliness evidence by a kindly and helpful disposition
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
the force of workers available
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
and nothing more
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
merrymakingnoun
a boisterous celebration; a merry festivity
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
not any; not one
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
deserving or inciting pity
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
presentsnounUS /ˈprezənts/
plural of “present” — the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
receivingverbUS /rəˈsiːvɪŋ/
-ing form of “receive” — get something; come into possession of
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
rejoicingnounUS /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/
a feeling of great happiness
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
responsenounUS /rɪˈspɑːns/
a result
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
possessing material wealth
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
North American woodland herb similar to and used as substitute for the Chinese ginseng
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Christmas is not merely a day set apart for feasting, giving and receiving presents, and for merrymaking.
precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
plural of “stand” — a support or foundation
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
not in physical motion
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The day on which we celebrate the birth of our Lord is a time of rejoicing for rich and poor alike, and Christmas is Christmas still, although we may receive and can offer no presents and our feast is humble indeed.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
warmthnounUS /wɔːrmθ/
the sensation caused by heat energy
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading AMONG all the days we celebrate Christmas stands first and foremost in our thoughts, the holiday of holidays.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
the words that are spoken
From this reading Coming in the season of frost and snow it brings a cheering warmth to our hearts that defies the icy atmosphere, and the feeling of kindliness and good will toward everyone, which it awakens, seems in response to the words the angels sang on our first Christmas, “On earth peace, good will toward men.”
