Shivaree
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ʃɪvəˈɹiː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shivaree is a noun meaning (transitive) To serenade (a newly married couple) with the noisy banging of pots and pans.
Meaning
(transitive) To serenade (a newly married couple) with the noisy banging of pots and pans.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of charivari.
Word Forms
- shivarees
- shivareeing
- shivareed
Synonyms for shivaree
Depending on context, synonyms include charivari, callithump, chivaree, callathump, belling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chivaree, charivari, belling, callithump, callathump, sangaree.
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