Charivari
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʃɑːɹɪˈvɑːɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Charivari is a noun meaning The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion.
Meaning
The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion.
More Meanings
- (by extension) Any loud, cacophonous noise or hubbub.
Example Sentences
The marriage ceremony was given primordial significance over folkloric pre-marriage engagement rituals and wild charivaris.
Word Forms
- charivaris
Synonyms for charivari
Depending on context, synonyms include skimmington, skimmity, skimmity-ride, callithump, shivaree, chivaree.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include callithump, chivaree, shivaree, belling, callathump, casserolade.
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