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Ellie Fry & Aaron Morris

People baffled after learning 12 Days of Christmas line 'five gold rings' has a hidden meaning

We're all partial to a Christmas tune or two, and while some of the more recent festive number ones have been a bit cringe-worthy, there are a number of old corkers that will certainly spread festive cheer across households as December 25 approaches.

One of the more recognisable comes in the form of 'The 12 Days of Christmas', an old round carol, which is belted out all across the country as soon as December rolls around.

And while many of us will know the song word for word, with each line detailing gifts given across the twelve days - from turtle doves to a partridge in a pear tree - did you know that one in particular has a double meaning which has consistently gone over the heads of those who enjoy the song?

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