Yule log

or yule log

[ yool lawg, log ]

noun

1. a large log of wood that traditionally formed the backlog of the fire at Christmas.

yule log

noun

1. a large log of wood traditionally used as the foundation of a fire in the hearth at Christmas

Word History and Origins

Origin of Yule log¹

First recorded in 1715–25

Example Sentences

Yule logs and reindeer games notwithstanding, the winter holidays are a grueling stretch for many people.

From Washington Post

This year, thanks to soaring prices for eggs and butter and other items, she’s downsizing to one straight Yule log.

From Seattle Times

In Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, hundreds of worshipers gathered outside St. Sava Temple, the largest Serbian Orthodox church, for the traditional burning of dried oak branches that symbolize the Yule log.

From Seattle Times

Yule logs and other fireplace-based features have served as seasonal backdrops.

From New York Times

It’s nearly the holidays, which means that in the long-standing tradition of the internet, it’s also time for novelty, themed Yule log videos.

From The Verge