wassail

/ˈwɑseɪl/

/ˈwɒseɪl/

Other forms: wassailing; wassails; wassailed

Definitions of wassail

1. noun

   a punch made of sweetened ale or wine heated with spices and roasted apples; especially at Christmas
   type of:

   punch

   an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl
2. verb

   celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities
   synonyms: jollify, make happy, make merry, make whoopie, racket, revel, whoop it up

   types:

   carouse, riot, roister

   celebrate or enjoy something in a noisy or wild way

   type of:

   celebrate, fete

   have a celebration
3. verb

   propose a toast to
   synonyms: drink, pledge, salute, toast

   types:

   give

   propose

   type of:

   honor, honour, reward

   bestow honor or rewards upon