Definitions tagged año-nuevo in the street dictionary.
The entire month of December when it is difficult to walk the streets because hustlers and various people are constantly asking for their Navidad (a holiday tip or handout expected by informal workers and acquaintances).
Hey brother, give me mine, where is my Navidad?
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A season of heavy spending and non stop partying in the Dominican Republic, lasting from December 1st until January 6th. It involves decorating, gift giving, and daily drinking. On December 24th, people gorge themselves on food and drink heavy amounts of rum and cleren (a local moonshine). The 25th is for more partying unless a hangover intervenes. New Year's Eve involves a family feast with leftovers, known as bigote, and wild parties that can last until January 2nd. The period ends on January 6th, Three Kings Day, when children receive toys.
A: What are you going to do this Navidad, man? B: I do not even know, dude. I just know I will end up totally broke at the end of Navidad. A: Shit, yeah, man, every year I end up in a bad way after Navidad.
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