Hallowtide
|Hal-low-tide|
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/ˈhæloʊˌtaɪd/
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/ˈhæləʊˌtaɪd/
holy time
Etymology
'Hallowtide' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'halig,' meaning 'holy,' and 'tid,' meaning 'time.'
'Hallowtide' changed from the Old English word 'haligtid' and eventually became the modern English word 'Hallowtide.'
Initially, it meant 'holy time,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a period encompassing Halloween, All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a period of time in the Christian liturgical calendar, specifically the triduum encompassing All Hallows' Eve (Halloween), All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day.
Hallowtide is a time for remembering the dead and celebrating the saints.
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Last updated: 2025/07/14 15:02