syn. to Yule/Yuletide, originally a pagan holiday incorporated into the Christian religion to ease the shock of converting the pagans. jesus was born around april 19th.
In order to convert the germanic huns, jesus was portrayed as a warrior, in order to convert the romans, he was displayed as a kind but fierce saint. in both instances holidays were absorbed into the christian religion so that the new converts would not have to rememorize holidays and festivals.
by earthern April 14, 2005
Get the Christmas mug.A hideous article of clothing, received from relatives who don't like you. It's origins are ancient and were initiated to punish kids who wouldn't eat their spinach. The relative always had a horrifying affliction Ie: (mustached aunt) .
In recent years, the grown victims, have turned the tables, with the ugly sweater contest. the once feared object that was used to force you into submission, is now coveted party gear, that wins $ and prizes.
The word "sweater" is used loosely, as vests, turtlenecks, and various accessories are equally acceptable.
Warnings: 1. Safety first! When dressing for an ugly sweater contest, please remember to cover the thing from view, while in public. A truly hideous sweater, gets noticed, and could cause an accident. 2. Beware of bait and switch tactics. Bosses will sometimes lure innocent employees into attending dreadful office parties, by using using a sweater contest as bait. When the victim arrives, they find the so called "contest" is a ruse, and the "fabulous prizes" consist of A: unpaid overtime, labeled as "lunch with the boss" B: a desk calendar, with the dates filled in, C: a grotesque statue, made from two paperclips, an orange rubber band, and something that looks suspiciously like belly button lint. D: a stale fruitcake.
To avoid this, demand a flyer beforehand. The prizes should be listed, and the flyer MUST contain the managers signature at the bottom, or they will try to weasel out of it.
In recent years, the grown victims, have turned the tables, with the ugly sweater contest. the once feared object that was used to force you into submission, is now coveted party gear, that wins $ and prizes.
The word "sweater" is used loosely, as vests, turtlenecks, and various accessories are equally acceptable.
Warnings: 1. Safety first! When dressing for an ugly sweater contest, please remember to cover the thing from view, while in public. A truly hideous sweater, gets noticed, and could cause an accident. 2. Beware of bait and switch tactics. Bosses will sometimes lure innocent employees into attending dreadful office parties, by using using a sweater contest as bait. When the victim arrives, they find the so called "contest" is a ruse, and the "fabulous prizes" consist of A: unpaid overtime, labeled as "lunch with the boss" B: a desk calendar, with the dates filled in, C: a grotesque statue, made from two paperclips, an orange rubber band, and something that looks suspiciously like belly button lint. D: a stale fruitcake.
To avoid this, demand a flyer beforehand. The prizes should be listed, and the flyer MUST contain the managers signature at the bottom, or they will try to weasel out of it.
Kid:
"Oh crap! Here comes Aunt Mildred! Please help me! She has an Ugly Christmas Sweater for me, I just know it! I promise I'll be good...don't make me wear it..."
Parent:
"Watch your mouth! I'm sure it is a perfectly lovely sweater, and you will put it on immediately, so we can take our annual family photo for the newsletter. Now answer the door, and give Aunt Mildred a big hug and kiss".
"Oh crap! Here comes Aunt Mildred! Please help me! She has an Ugly Christmas Sweater for me, I just know it! I promise I'll be good...don't make me wear it..."
Parent:
"Watch your mouth! I'm sure it is a perfectly lovely sweater, and you will put it on immediately, so we can take our annual family photo for the newsletter. Now answer the door, and give Aunt Mildred a big hug and kiss".
by Vixen333 December 16, 2011
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"Oh, but he'll vote, sure, just like his colleague tells him to."
"Yes sir, like a Christmas Tiger, he'll nod his head and vote. You're not a senator. You're an honorary stooge. You oughtta be shown up."
"Yes sir, like a Christmas Tiger, he'll nod his head and vote. You're not a senator. You're an honorary stooge. You oughtta be shown up."
by Meike Styxinen January 2, 2009
Get the Christmas Tiger mug.The day after Christmas, December 26th when you wake up realizing all the fun is over and you have to wait another 365 days until Christmas.
by christmaself1234 December 15, 2009
Get the Christmas Hangover mug.another way of saying "fucking up my shit", an exclaimation of dismay at the sight of a beautiful woman.
by cryo March 23, 2003
Get the Fuckin' Up my Christmas mug.a decent movie which has been completely and utterly defiled by the numerous subcultures that have made it a cult classic and an object of obsession. the juvenile themes of the movie might be reflected by the below-average maturity level of a viewer consumed by said subcultures. merchandise portraying characters and other similar memorabilia are available at your local hot topic.
Stereotypical Goth Kid (the kind that gives goths a bad name): OMG NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS IS THE BEST MOVIE EVER BECAUSE ITS FOR LITTLE KIDS AND MY PERVERSE APPRECIATION FOR THIS MOVIE IS A WAY TO PROTEST OUR SOCIETY OF CONFORMISTS!
Everyone else: You are so fucking weird.
Stereotypical Goth Kid: Mission accomplished!
Everyone else: You are so fucking weird.
Stereotypical Goth Kid: Mission accomplished!
by cynical minority May 19, 2005
Get the nightmare before christmas mug.To pass off bad news as good news. Usually it applies to when this act is incredibly obvious and poorly executed. When this is done, it is usually even more offensive than simply telling someone the bad news.
The doctor said that Joe was lucky to be paralyzed, since he'd no longer have to worry about getting into skateboarding accidents. All he did was stick a dick in his butt and call it Christmas.
by magusguy October 1, 2007
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