Yule
/juːl/noun
The period of time around Christmas, especially in cultures with Germanic and Nordic origins.
We decorate our home with lights and ornaments every yule.
Often appears as...
- yule log
- yule celebrations
noun
A log burned in a fireplace as a Christmas tradition in some cultures.
Her family's yule had a large, beautiful flame.
Often appears as...
- burn the yule
- yule fire
noun
The period of time around Christmas, especially in cultures with Germanic and Nordic origins.
We decorate our home with lights and ornaments every yule.
Often appears as...
- yule log
- yule celebrations
noun
A log burned in a fireplace as a Christmas tradition in some cultures.
Her family's yule had a large, beautiful flame.
Often appears as...
- burn the yule
- yule fire
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Seasonal Usage
The word 'yule' specifically refers to Christmas time and is not used for other holidays.
Many sing carols during yule.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Tradition
'Yule' is rooted in historical winter celebrations of Germanic and Nordic people.
Ancient yule festivities lasted for days.
Pro Tip 3/3Archaic Context
'Yule' can sound old-fashioned and is less common in modern usage.
Grandpa would talk about yule from his childhood.
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Quote examples
Jeremy Irons
English Actor
I was the youngest. The yule lamb. The one who always got away without doing the washing up. My sister was four years older, and my brother six years.
Quote examples
Jeremy Irons
English Actor
I was the youngest. The yule lamb. The one who always got away without doing the washing up. My sister was four years older, and my brother six years.
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