wassail

Meanings

• noun

  A traditional drink made from hot mulled cider or other fruit juices, often served with spices and toast or bread for dipping.

• noun

  A custom of going from house to house at Christmas time, singing carols and being given food and drink.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈwɑseɪl/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=36785816"

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Synonyms

carol

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with wassail
bail , mail , sail , tail

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Variants

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wassail , wassails , wassailed , wassailing , wassail bowl , wassail bowls

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'wassail' is Old English 'waes hael' meaning 'be you healthy'. It is related to the Anglo-Saxon toast 'gesolhaget' meaning 'drink to one's health'.

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Trivia

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1. Wassailing is a tradition that is still practiced in some parts of England during the Christmas season.

2. The custom of wassailing is believed to have originated as a way to ward off evil spirits and ensure a good harvest.

3. In some areas, wassailing was also believed to help ensure a good apple harvest. Farmers would go from tree to tree, pouring wassail over the roots and singing to the trees to ensure a good crop.

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Related Concepts

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1. mulled wine: A similar drink to wassail, made from red wine that is heated and spiced with various fruits and spices.

2. punch: A large bowl of fruit juice or tea, often spiced and mixed with alcohol, that is served communally.

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Culture

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Wassail is a traditional English custom that dates back to the Middle Ages. It involves serving hot mulled cider or other fruit juices, often with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and offering it to friends and family as a sign of goodwill and prosperity. The custom of wassailing also includes going from house to house, singing carols, and being given food and drink in return.

How to Memorize "wassail"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a steaming mug of hot, spiced cider. Visualize the aroma of the spices and the warmth of the drink as you bring it to your lips and take a sip.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'wassail' with the feeling of warmth and good cheer that comes with the holiday season and gathering with loved ones.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'waes hael', which means 'be you healthy'. Use this as a mnemonic to remember the meaning of the word 'wassail'.

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