English Explanatory Dictionary

Christmas come early

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected.

Pronunciation

/ˌkɹɪsməs kʌm ˈɜːli/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Christmas come early.wav /ˌkɹɪsməs kʌm ˈɜɹli/

Word forms

Christmas come early Christmases come early

Etymology

Referring to the imaginary situation of Christmas occurring before the usual date, and thus one enjoying the festivities and receiving Christmas presents early.

Related words

Christmas comes but once a year Christmas in July Christmas is coming like a kid at Christmas think all one's Christmases have come at once
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