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Twelfth Day (Noun)

Meaning

Twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus.

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

Examples

  • The family continued to leave their Christmas decorations up until the twelfth day, as was their tradition.
  • On the twelfth day, the children eagerly awaited the arrival of the three wise men figures in their nativity scene.
  • The church held a special service on the twelfth day to commemorate the visit of the Magi to the baby Jesus.
  • The family sang a special hymn on the twelfth day, one that they only sang on that particular day of the year.
  • In some countries, the twelfth day is considered a day of gift-giving, especially for children.

Synonyms

  • Epiphany
  • Epiphany Of Our Lord
  • Three Kings' Day
  • January 6

Hypernyms

  • Christian Holy Day
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