Christmas card

noun

: a greeting card sent at Christmas

Examples of Christmas card in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Dave Martin, a Big Issue vendor who became homeless in 2011, has developed a close connection with the future king—the pair are known to exchange Christmas cards, and William once joined Martin to sell the magazine on the streets of London back in 2022. Isaac Bickerstaff, Glamour, 6 Sep. 2024 Brandi Schmitt and her family pose for a 2018 Christmas card in front of their Maryland home wearing protective gear, alluding to the water and mold damage in their home. Genna Contino, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2024 Candy canes, a book, a Christmas card with the date on it, or another small token can become part of your family tradition. Apryl Duncan, Parents, 29 July 2024 Collie remained close to Diana and sent gifts to both her and the princes, William and Harry, for which Diana responded with thank you letters and Christmas cards. The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 26 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for Christmas card 

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Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Christmas card was in 1860

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“Christmas card.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Christmas%20card. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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