Noel
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /nəʊˈɛl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Noel is a noun meaning A kind of hymn, or canticle, of mediaeval origin, sung in honor of the birth of Christ; a Christmas carol.
Meaning
A kind of hymn, or canticle, of mediaeval origin, sung in honor of the birth of Christ; a Christmas carol.
More Meanings
- (archaic) A wish or expression of commemoration of Christmas.
Example Sentences
And may all my enemies go to hell! / Noël! Noël! Noël! Noël!
The first Nowell the Angel did say / Was to three poor Shepherds in the fields as they lay[…]
Word Forms
- noels
Synonyms for noel
Depending on context, synonyms include yule, yuletide.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yuletide, yule, xmas, santa, carol, baker.
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