An Irish name for 6 January — the Feast of the Epiphany, which ends the twelve days of Christmas.
An Irish name for 6 January — the Feast of the Epiphany, which ends the twelve days of Christmas. In Ireland, this is also known as 'Women's Christmas' (Nollaig na mBan in Irish), traditionally a day when women would rest while men took over household duties. The term is specific to Irish Catholic tradition.
In her family, Little Christmas was still observed as a proper occasion with a gathering and a shared meal.
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(Ireland) January 6th, the Feast of the Epiphany, and traditionally a day for men to do the housework.
Christmastide, Yuletide; the Twelve Days of Christmas, starting on Christmas Day and ending on Epiphany, January 6.
(chiefly, Ireland, UK, idiomatic) Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected.
Advent, the period from Advent Sunday (inclusive) through the start of Epiphany.
(Ireland) January 6th, the Feast of the Epiphany.
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