Winter/ˈwɪntər/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Seasonal Mood Winter can imply dreariness or quiet beauty, often used metaphorically for darker times. Some say life's winter brings wisdom. Pro Tip 2/3Holiday Associations In many cultures, winter is associated with holidays such as Christmas and New Year. The city was festive in winter. Pro Tip 3/3Winter Activities Activities like skiing or snowball fights are specific to winter in many places. They went skiing every winter.