Noel/nəʊˈel/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Holiday Season Noel refers to the Christmas holiday season and celebrations within that period. The city was bustling with festive events for noel. Pro Tip 2/3Christmas Music A noel is a type of Christmas song, often with a religious theme. The choir's repertoire included several traditional noels. Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Any Song 'Noel' is not used for just any winter or holiday song, but specifically those celebrating Christmas. That song is lovely, but it's not a noel.