WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

eastertide

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun eastertide has 1 sense
  1. Eastertide - the Easter season
    --1 is a kind of
    season

Definitions from the Web

Eastertide

Description

Eastertide refers to the period of time in the Christian calendar that includes Easter Sunday and the following fifty days. It starts with Easter Sunday, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and ends with Pentecost Sunday, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples.

Parts of Speech

  • Noun

Senses and Usages

  1. Noun: The period of time that encompasses Easter Sunday and the fifty days following it; it holds significant religious importance in Christianity.

Sample Sentences

  • During Eastertide, Christians joyfully celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
  • The faithful attend church services and engage in spiritual reflection throughout Eastertide.
  • Many families gather for meals and exchange gifts during this joyful Eastertide season.

Related Products on Amazon

eastern time eastern turki eastern united states eastern white pine eastern woodrat easterner easterners easternmost eastertide eastham eastimated easting eastlake eastman eastmost eastside eastward

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus