The coldest season of the year, between autumn and spring, often with snow or frost in many places. Days are shorter and nights are longer during winter.
From Old English 'winter', related to other Germanic words like German 'Winter.' The root is very old and may be linked to words for 'wet' or 'white.'
For ancient people, winter was a test of survival, not a cozy holiday season. Many winter traditions and festivals grew out of the need to bring light and warmth into the darkest part of the year.
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