1. plural of nativity; births or circumstances of birth
Usage: formal
2. artistic representations or dramatic presentations of the birth of Jesus Christ
Usage: religious

Examples

• The museum displayed several beautiful nativities from different centuries.
• Churches often perform nativities during the Christmas season.
• The collection included nativities carved from wood and stone.
• Children participated in the school’s annual nativity play.
• The artist specialized in painting religious nativities.
• Several nativities were set up around the town square for the holidays.