English Explanatory Dictionary

Advent calendar

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A calendar used to count down the days of Advent, having windows revealing a hidden picture or gift on each day.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Advent calendar.wav

Word forms

Advent calendar Advent calendars

Etymology

Probably a calque of German Adventskalender, the modern tradition having originated in 19th-century Germany.

Derived words

Ramadan calendar reverse Advent calendar
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