Halloween
|Hal-lo-ween|
A2
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/ˌhæloʊˈiːn/
🇬🇧
/ˌhæləʊˈiːn/
October 31st celebration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Halloween' originates from the Scottish term 'All Hallows' Eve', where 'hallow' meant 'holy' and 'eve' referred to the evening before a holy day.
Historical Evolution
'All Hallows' Eve' transformed into the Scottish term 'Hallowe'en', and eventually became the modern English word 'Halloween'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the evening before All Saints' Day, but over time it evolved into a celebration involving costumes and trick-or-treating.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the evening of October 31st, celebrated by children who dress in costumes and go door-to-door collecting candy.
Children love to dress up as their favorite characters on Halloween.
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Last updated: 2025/07/14 14:29