Posadas

[ paw-sah-thahs ]

noun

1. a city in NE Argentina, on the Paraná River.

Example Sentences

Socialites have formed private “monkey clubs,” gathering for extravagant Christmas posadas and pool parties.

From Los Angeles Times

The Xochimilco posadas last several hours longer than most, and start at 8 a.m. when the host family picks up the Niñopa from its stewards.

From Seattle Times

The Xochimilco resident and his relatives had the honor of hosting the Niñopa in their home for this year’s 6th posada and held a celebration for it, a common occurrence during Posadas season.

From Seattle Times

She has attended these posadas since she was a kid.

From Seattle Times

Even the many families from Haiti, where posadas aren’t popular, eagerly participated in the singing and the distribution of the small fried cakes called buñuelos that the Mexican Catholic nuns who run the shelter had prepared.

From Seattle Times