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Noel

|No-el|

🇺🇸

/noʊˈɛl/

🇬🇧

/nəʊˈɛl/

Christmas celebration

Etymology

Etymology Information

'Noel' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'noel,' where 'natalis' meant 'birth.'

Historical Evolution

'Noel' changed from the Old French word 'noel' and eventually became the modern English word 'Noel'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'birth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'Christmas.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a term used to refer to Christmas, especially in songs and carols.

The choir sang a beautiful Noel during the service.

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Noun 2

a Christmas carol or song.

We listened to a classic Noel on the radio.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39