As a Noun: 1. The hair that grows on a man's chin and cheeks. English = beard. 2. The Christian festival on the 25th of December when the birth of Jesus Christ is celebrated. English = Christmas. 3. An imaginary old man with a long white beard and a red coat. Young children believe that he brings them their presents at Christmas. English = Santa Claus, Father Christmas. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To have a beard. 2. To grow a beard.