Meaning of the word "Christmas Eve" in English

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Christmas Eve

US /ˌkrɪs.məs ˈiːv/
UK /ˌkrɪs.məs ˈiːv/
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Noun

1.

the day before Christmas Day, December 24th

Example:
We always open one present on Christmas Eve.
The family gathers for dinner on Christmas Eve.
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