What does the cryptic crossword clue "Story overlooking core element in Christmas (4)" mean?

The definition is "Christmas". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (synonym="NO") + EL (synonym="story") = NOEL; definition: "Christmas" The answer is NOEL.

Story overlooking core element in Christmas (4)

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