Halloween Definition–noun | the evening of October 31; the eve of All Saints' Day; Allhallows Eve: observed esp. by children in costumes who solicit treats, often by threatening minor pranks. | |
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holiday, October 31, now observed largely as a secular celebration. As the eve of All Saints' Day, it is a religious holiday among some Christians.Samhain
(Celtic: "End of Summer"), one of the most important and sinister calendar festivals of the Celtic year. At Samhain, held on November 1, the world of the gods was believed to be made visible to ...
jack-o'-lantern
in American holiday custom, a hollowed-out-pumpkin lantern that is displayed on Halloween. The surface of the pumpkin is carved to resemble a face. Light from a candle inserted inside can be seen ...
mask
Masks for festive occasions are still commonly used. Ludicrous, grotesque, or superficially horrible, festival masks are usually conducive to good-natured license, release from inhibitions, and ...
All Saints' Day
in the Christian church, a day commemorating all the saints of the church, both known and unknown, celebrated on November 1 in the Western churches and on the first Sunday after Pentecost in the ...
Pleasence, Donald
British actor (b. Oct. 5, 1919, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England--d. Feb. 2, 1995, St.-Paul-de-Vence, France), was one of Britain's most enduring character actors on stage, screen, and television ...
Anaheim
city, Orange county, California, U.S. It lies on the plain of the Santa Ana River, 25 miles (40 km) southeast of Los Angeles.Wales
Daily life in Wales varies markedly by region. Social advantage and deprivation can exist side by side, particularly in parts of South Wales. The population also varies in terms of its cultural ...
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is in many ways a traditional society. Church attendance is high (but steadily declining), family life is central, and community ties are strong. The daily interactions of most ...
Leigh, Janet
American actress (b. July 6, 1927, Merced, Calif.-d. Oct. 3, 2004, Beverly Hills, Calif.), had a half-century-long career that comprised some 60 motion pictures as well as television appearances, but ...
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