Definitions

1. verb

to pour or drink a toast, especially of hot cider or other drink, in celebration of Christmas or the apple harvest.

“The group wassailed the apple harvest with a large jug of hot cider.”

2. noun

a toast made by pouring drink, especially hot cider, into a bowl or over a person, especially in celebration of Christmas or the apple harvest.

“The wassail was a fun and festive tradition at the family’s holiday gathering.”

3. noun

a hot drink, especially a spiced cider, served at Christmas or the apple harvest.

“The wassail was a warm and comforting drink on the cold winter night.”