advent advent /ˈædvent/

noun

1. () Arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous)  ( advent , coming )
   arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous)
    The advent of the computer
   the advent of the computer
   

 Advent

1. (Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment  ( Advent , Parousia , Second Advent , Second Coming , Second Coming of Christ )
   (Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment
   
   
2. The season including the four Sundays preceding Christmas  ( Advent )
   the season including the four Sundays preceding Christmas
    The Advent season brings a sense of anticipation and joy as people prepare for Christmas.
   The Advent season brings a sense of anticipation and joy as people prepare for Christmas.