easter Definition
- 1a Christian festival that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, held on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the northern spring equinox
- 2the period of time around Easter, especially the days immediately before and after it
Using easter: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "easter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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We always go to church on Easter Sunday.
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The kids love hunting for Easter eggs in the garden.
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Easter is a time for family gatherings and feasting.
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The stores are filled with Easter decorations and candies.
easter Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for easter
- Resurrection Sunday
- Pascha
- Passover
- spring festival
Phrases with easter
a fictional character depicted as a rabbit bringing Easter eggs, candies, and gifts to children
Example
The kids were excited to see what the Easter bunny had left for them.
a decorated or dyed egg given as a gift or hidden for children to find during Easter celebrations
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The Easter egg hunt was a fun activity for the kids.
a public procession held on Easter Sunday, often featuring people in colorful costumes and floats
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The city's annual Easter parade attracts thousands of visitors every year.
Origins of easter
from Old English 'ēastre', a pagan festival celebrating spring
Summary: easter in Brief
Easter [ˈiːstə(r)] is a Christian festival celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, held on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the northern spring equinox. It is also a period of time around Easter, especially the days immediately before and after it. Easter is associated with traditions like Easter eggs, the Easter bunny, and the Easter parade.
