Winter time is a season that is associated with the winter solstice, which marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. It is also a time of celebration for many cultures around the world. Two words associated with winter time are NOEL and YULE. NOEL is a French word derived from the Latin phrase 'natalis domini' meaning 'birth of the Lord.' YULE is an old Germanic festival celebrated in December and January, which was later adopted by Christians as a celebration of the birth of Jesus.