nativity play

Noun

Meaning

nativity play (plural nativity plays)

(Christianity) A dramatic depiction of the story of the birth of Jesus Christ, commonly performed by children in churches and in Christian schools during the Christmas season.

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Related terms

nativity scene

Examples

I auditioned for the role of an angel in the Nativity play at school. I didn't get it. I auditioned for Mary; didn't get it. So I made up the character of the sheep who sat next to Baby Jesus. Nicole Kidman

I was in a Nativity play as a kid. Back then, I played the donkey. Tatiana Maslany

Close letter words and terms

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