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halloween

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Word: Halloween

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31st, the evening before All Saints' Day. It is often associated with spooky themes, costumes, and fun activities. Many people, especially children, enjoy dressing up in costumes, going door-to-door for candy (this is called "trick-or-treating"), and participating in parties or events that are themed around ghosts and monsters.

Usage Instructions:
  • When to use: You can use the word "Halloween" when talking about the holiday, its traditions, or activities related to it.
  • Example: "On Halloween, children dressed as witches and ghosts went trick-or-treating in our neighborhood."
Advanced Usage:
  • You might also hear "Halloween" used in phrases like "Halloween party" (a party held to celebrate the holiday) or "Halloween decorations" (items used to decorate homes for the holiday).
Word Variants:
  • Halloween's (possessive form): "Halloween's popularity has grown over the years."
  • Hallowe'en: An alternate spelling that is less common but still used.
Different Meanings:
  • Primarily, Halloween refers to the holiday itself. There are no significant alternative meanings outside this context.
Synonyms:
  • All Hallows' Eve: This is the traditional name for Halloween, emphasizing its connection to All Saints' Day.
  • Trick-or-treating: While not a direct synonym, this term describes the main activity children do on Halloween.
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • There are no widely recognized idioms or phrasal verbs specifically related to Halloween, but you can create phrases, such as "to get into the Halloween spirit," which means to participate in the excitement and festivities of the holiday.
Summary:

Halloween is a fun and festive holiday celebrated on October 31st, known for costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky decorations.

Noun
  1. the evening before All Saints' Day; often devoted to pranks played by young people

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