lexis4u: Christmas Decorations

Thematic Vocabulary Unit N° 241 v.0.2

Some Decorations

Christmas box |n| a present given at Christmas to tradespeople and employees.
christmas stocking |n| in some countries children hand stockings (long socks) at the end of their bed or in front of the fire for Santa to fill with presents.
cracker |n| a decorated paper tube that makes a sharp noise (crack) and releases a small toy when two people pull it apart - more usual in English speaking countries than in other countries that celebrate Christmas.
garland |n| a wreath or festoon of flowers, leaves, or other material, worn for ornament or as an honor or hung on something as a decoration.
"A garland of laurel was placed on the winner's head."
ornament |n| an object that adds beauty to something; a decoration.
tinsel |n| a decoration consisting of thin strips of shiny metal foil, traditionally used at Christmas.

Christmas tree |n| a pine or fir tree which is decorated with ornaments and lights during the Christmas period.
mistletoe |n| a parasitic plant with white berries, traditionally used as a Christmas decoration.