nativity

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /nəˈtɪvɪti/ or /neɪˈtɪvɪti/

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Noun

Singular nativity

Plural nativities

a nativity (2)

1. A nativity is the birth of someone. In modern times, it is used almost only to refer to the birth of Jesus.
2. A nativity is a group of figurines that represent the birth of Jesus.