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cabaiguan juan said:
What is an unbirthday? I have never even heard of that.
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An "unbirthday" is a neologism, popularized by Lewis Carroll in "Through the Looking-Glass," referring to any day that isn't a person's actual birthday, and the concept gave rise to the song "The Unbirthday Song" in Disney's "Alice in Wonderland".

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
  • Origin:
    The term "unbirthday" was coined by Lewis Carroll in his 1871 novel, "Through the Looking-Glass".

    • Meaning:
      It refers to any day that is not a person's birthday, essentially celebrating the fact that it's not their birthday.
    • Popularization:
      The concept of an unbirthday was popularized further by the 1951 animated film "Alice in Wonderland," where the Mad Hatter and the March Hare celebrate the unbirthday of Alice.
    • "The Unbirthday Song":
      The song, "The Unbirthday Song," became a staple of the film and is a well-known part of the Alice in Wonderland lore.
    • Liz Braswell's "Unbirthday":
      There is also a book titled "Unbirthday" by Liz Braswell, which is part of the "Twisted Tales" series that takes on Disney classics.
    • Unbirthday Presents:
      The Mad Hatter and the March Hare also make the concept of an "unbirthday present" which is a present given on any day that is not your birthday.
    • Modern Usage:
      The term "unbirthday" is still used today to refer to any day that is not a person's birthday, and is often used in a humorous or playful way.

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