First Known Use: 1811
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noel
noun no·el \nō-ˈel\
Definition of NOEL
1
: a Christmas carol
2
capitalized : christmas
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Origin of NOEL
French noël Christmas, carol, from Old French Nael (Deu), Noel Christmas, from Latin natalis birthday, from natalis natal
Rhymes with NOEL
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NOEL Defined for Kids
noel
noun no·el \nō-ˈel\
Definition of NOEL for Kids
1
: a Christmas carol
2
cap : the Christmas season
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