Callithump
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkæ.lɪ.θʌmp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Callithump is a noun meaning (US, colloquial, dated) A somewhat riotous parade, accompanied with the blowing of tin horns and other discordant noises.
Meaning
(US, colloquial, dated) A somewhat riotous parade, accompanied with the blowing of tin horns and other discordant noises.
More Meanings
- (US, colloquial, dated) A burlesque serenade; a charivari.
Example Sentences
You probably don't know what callithump is, but you will find out if you undertake to hoe sod-ground potatoes in July. It has something to do with brazen trumpets and violence. I became acquainted with callithump when I straightened out the asparagus-bed.
Word Forms
- callithumps
Synonyms for callithump
Depending on context, synonyms include charivari, shivaree, chivaree, callathump, belling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include charivari, chivaree, shivaree, belling, callathump, calithump.
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