Word of the Day 5.17.08
was·sail (w
s
l, w-s
l)
n.
1.
a. A salutation or toast given in drinking someone’s health or as an expression of good will at a festivity.
b. The drink used in such toasting, commonly ale or wine spiced with roasted apples and sugar.
2. A festivity characterized by much drinking.
v. was·sailed, was·sail·ing, was·sails
v.tr.
To drink to the health of; toast.
v.intr.
To engage in or drink a wassail.
