Yule (Noun)
Meaning
Period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The family traditionally gathered at the grandparents' house during Yule to exchange gifts and share a festive meal.
- In many European cultures, Yule is a time for feasting, singing, and merriment with loved ones.
- The winter solstice marks the beginning of Yule, a period of celebration and renewal in the Northern Hemisphere.
- During Yule, the house was decorated with evergreen branches, holly, and mistletoe to symbolize eternal life and fertility.
- The church service on the evening of December 24 was the highlight of Yule for the small town, bringing together the community in a spirit of joy and gratitude.