yule

noun

variants often Yule
Synonyms of yulenext
: the feast of the nativity of Jesus Christ : christmas

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Indeed, the idea of a television yule log got its start there, too. Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Dec. 2025 According to McGrady, teatime included mince pies, scones, and a chocolate yule log and Christmas cake, with another Christmas cake made especially for the royal grandchildren. Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 22 Dec. 2025 This meant that bonfires, yule logs and evergreen decorations were part of the festivities. Bobbi Sutherland, The Conversation, 19 Dec. 2025 Decorate a yule log, search for hidden ones, and gather around the campfire for s’mores, cider, and a special wish-burning tradition. Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 10 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for yule

Word History

Etymology

Middle English yol, from Old English geōl; akin to Old Norse jōl, a pagan midwinter festival

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of yule was before the 12th century

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“Yule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yule. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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yule

noun
often capitalized

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