1. the evening or day before a special day, especially a holiday
2. the period immediately before an important event
3. evening
Usage: poetic; archaic

Examples

• We always open one present on Christmas Eve.
• The family gathered together on New Year’s Eve.
• On the eve of the election, polls showed a close race.
• She felt nervous on the eve of her wedding.
• The company announced layoffs on the eve of the merger.
• In the quiet eve, stars began to appear.
• They met on the eve of battle to discuss strategy.