Meaning of carol in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈkɛrəl/

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1. Verb

   carol

   Definitions

   1. sing carols

   Examples

   • « They went caroling on Christmas Day »

2. Noun

   carol

   Etymology

   Middle English: from Old French carole (noun), caroler (verb), of unknown origin

   Definitions

   1. joyful religious song celebrating the birth of Christ
3. 2. a joyful song (usually celebrating the birth of Christ)