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What does the word hallow mean in relation to halloween?

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The word Halloween is a direct derivation of All Saints’ Da y. An old name for All Saints’ Day is All Hallows (or Allhallows), with hallow meaning “holy person; saint.” And, the night before All Hallows Even (meaning Eve).

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