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Mistletoe: meaning, definitions and examples

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mistletoe

 

[ หˆmษชstltoสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

holiday tradition

Mistletoe is a member of the Santalaceae family and is often associated with Christmas traditions. It is a parasitic plant that grows on various trees and bushes. Traditionally, people hang mistletoe in doorways, and it is customary to kiss beneath it as a sign of goodwill, love, and friendship. This practice dates back to ancient times and is rooted in various cultural beliefs surrounding fertility and peace.

Synonyms

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Examples of usage

  • They hung mistletoe over the doorway for the holiday party.
  • Under the mistletoe, they shared a sweet kiss.
  • It's a tradition to place mistletoe in different rooms during Christmas.
  • I found a sprig of mistletoe in the decorations.

Translations

Translations of the word "mistletoe" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น visco

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ mistletoe

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Misteln

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mistletoe

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะผะตะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jemioล‚a

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒคใƒ‰ใƒชใ‚ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gui

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ muรฉrdago

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถlmezotu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒจ์šฐ์‚ด์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู‡ุฏุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jmelรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ imelo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆงฒๅฏ„็”Ÿ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jemiolo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mistilteinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผาฑะถั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒšแƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mistletoe

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ muรฉrdago

Etymology

The term 'mistletoe' originates from the Old English word 'misteltฤn,' which means 'mistle (the plant) + tan (twig or branch).' The name reflects its growth habits, as mistletoe is often found perched on other trees. The word has roots in Proto-Germanic and can be traced back to various ancient languages. Mistletoe has been used in various cultures for centuries, known for its symbolism during winter celebrations and traditional medicine. The plant has deep connections with folklore and mythology, including Druidic rituals where it was harvested from oak trees. Over time, the modern association of mistletoe with Christmas emerged in Medieval Europe, transitioning it from a pagan symbol to its current status as a festive botanical icon.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,382, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.