Nativity (noun)

1. The birth of a person, especially the birth of Jesus Christ.
2. A representation of the birth of Jesus, typically including figures of Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus and often set in a stable or cave.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french nativite or latin nativitas, from natus "born", past participle of nasci.

Examples:

1. The Nativity scene was set up in the town square, depicting the birth of Jesus Christ.
2. The church's nativity play was a yearly tradition, performed by the local children.
3. The nativity of Jesus is a central event in Christian theology and liturgy.
4. The nativity of a child is a joyful event, celebrated by families and friends.
5. The nativity of a star is the process of its formation.