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what does the x stand for in xmas
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The 'X' in Xmas stands for Christ, which is derived from the Greek word 'khristos'. It is a short form of the word 'Christos' which means anointed. So, Xmas is just a short form of Christmas, it doesn't change the meaning of the holiday, it just makes it easier to write.
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