Christmas come early

名词 n.
/ˌkɹɪsməs kʌm ˈɜːli/    /ˌkɹɪsməs kʌm ˈɜɹli/

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected. Ireland,UK,idiomatic,uncountable,usually
    — It is true, Ma? Is it true? A Thanksgiving basket? […] It's like Christmas come early! [She joins her sisters at the table. All three sisters sit, stare hungrily at the basket]

词形变化

词源

Referring to the imaginary situation of Christmas occurring before the usual date, and thus one enjoying the festivities and receiving Christmas presents early.
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