Easter

noun

Eas·​ter ˈē-stər 

: a feast that commemorates Christ's resurrection and is observed with variations of date due to different calendars on the first Sunday after the paschal full moon

Examples of Easter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But others became convinced that Swift had already dropped some Easter eggs, which the artist is known to do ahead of major announcements and album releases. — Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 24 June 2026

The young woman gathered some of her things, leaving behind a hair clip, a ceramic mug, a piece of clothing, and invitations for an Easter worship service. — Paige Williams, New Yorker, 22 June 2026

One of the Easter eggs in the finale is that Abby is wearing the emerald ring on her wedding day as a piece from her family. — Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026

For some, the idea of pastel colors will always be synonymous with Easter and hated bridesmaid dresses. — Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 22 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English estre, from Old English ēastre; akin to Old High German ōstarun (plural) Easter, Old English ēast east

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing Easter

• Down-Easter
• Easter basket
• Easter bunny
• Easter egg
• Easter lily
• Easter Monday

Kids Definition

Easter

noun

Eas·​ter ˈē-stər 

: a Christian holiday celebrating Christ's resurrection that is observed on the first Sunday following the first full moon on or after March 21