Understanding 'wassailer' involves knowing it's part of a Christmas custom of singing carols door-to-door. Our local wassailers keep the old holiday tradition alive with their vibrant voices.
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Cultural Practice
'Wassailer' often implies a festive group activity rather than a solo performance. We joined the wassailers carrying lanterns and songbooks through the snow.
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Seasonal Usage
The term is most relevant around Christmas, its usage declines significantly outside the holiday season. The choirmaster recruits local wassailers every December.