Dictionary entry

Carol (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Car″ol (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p.Caroled (?), or Carolled; p. pr. & vb. n.Caroling, or Carolling.]

1. To praise or celebrate in song.

The Shepherds at their festivals

Carol her goodness.

Milton.

2. To sing, especially with joyful notes.

Hovering swans... carol sounds harmonious.

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