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    Nativity

    /nəˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The occasion of a person's birth, or the birth of Jesus Christ.
    The nativity of Christ is celebrated on December 25th.
    A depiction of the birth of Jesus, especially in art, such as a nativity scene.
    We set up a beautiful nativity in our living room for the holiday season.
    The circumstances of a person's birth.
    His nativity was humble, born in a small village.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'nativitas', meaning 'birth'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nativity scene
    A tableau representing the scene of Jesus Christ's birth.
    nativity play
    A theatrical performance depicting the birth of Jesus.

    Related Words

    born
    To come into existence as a living being.
    birth
    The act or process of being born.
    manger
    A feeding trough for animals, often associated with the nativity of Jesus.