Many Of Us Use These 11 Words Around The Holidays, But Do You Even Know Why?

Bymargaret Culture, History

Anyone who’s seen any number of holiday specials can probably tell you the reason for the season. But what about all the other things associated with the holidays? Why do we drink eggnog, what is myrrh, and why do we deck the halls with mistletoe? It seems like a lot of weird stuff all just to celebrate a holiday — not that we don’t love each and every one of them! This year, learn about your favorite holiday traditions and where they came from (what else are you gonna do once all the presents have been opened?)

Tinsel

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Mistletoe

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Chestnuts

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Poinsettia

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Yule

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Eggnog

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Frankincense

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Bauble

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Carol

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Gift

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Rudolph

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