Definition of carol
1 : an old round dance with singing
2 : a song of joy or mirth the carol of a bird — Lord Byron
3 : a popular song or ballad of religious joy
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Examples of carol in a Sentence
We sang our favorite carols while we decorated the tree.
sang carols at the Christmas Eve service
Origin and Etymology of carol
Middle English carole, from Anglo-French, modification of Late Latin choraula choral song, from Latin, choral accompanist, from Greek choraulēs, from choros chorus + aulein to play a reed instrument, from aulos, a reed instrument — more at alveolus
First Known Use: 14th century
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Definition of carol
caroled
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Examples of carol in a Sentence
Last night, we went caroling with our friends.
she caroled with glee when she heard the good news
14th Century
First Known Use of carol
14th century
CAROL Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of carol for English Language Learners
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: a song sung during the Christmas season
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Definition of carol for English Language Learners
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: to go from place to place singing Christmas carols
CAROL Defined for Kids
Definition of carol for Students
: a usually religious song of joy
Definition of carol for Students
caroled
orcarolled
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1 : to sing in a joyful manner
2 : to sing carols and especially Christmas carols
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