Yule.--The old English name for CHRISTMAS (which see). A word of
doubtful origin.
Yule Tide.--The season or time of Christmas.
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Zealot.--One of a fanatical Jewish sect, which prevailed in the
time of our Lord. In the New Testament, this name is given to one
of our Lord's Apostles, namely, ST. SIMON (which see).
Zuchetto.--The name give to a skull cap worn by the clergy instead
of the biretta; when worn by a Priest the color is black, but that
worn by a Bishop is purple. {283}