Christmas pudding
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Christmas pudding
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Christmas pudding is 11% more expensive than in 2023, and mince pies are up by 5%, according to Assosia's research.
From BBC ● Dec. 15, 2024
When you've polished off your turkey, all the trimmings, followed by Christmas pudding you might be feeling rather full - but a little while later there is often room for a mince pie.
From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2023
There’s a history of Christmas pudding charms, to be hidden within the holiday treat.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 20, 2023
Lavishly appointed and stodgy as week-old Christmas pudding, “The Pale Blue Eye” is a pulpy murder mystery bristling with florid dialogue and supernatural flourishes.
From New York Times ● Dec. 22, 2022
Harry and Ron had barely finished their third helpings of Christmas pudding when Hermione ushered them out of the hall to finalize their plans for the evening.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
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