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Mardi Gras

noun

UK/ˌmɑː.di ˈɡrɑː/
US/ˌmɑːr.di ˈɡrɑː/

Definitions of Mardi Gras noun

  1. CountableUsually singular

    The day before the start of Lent, a festival celebrated in some countries with lively music, elaborate costumes, and street parades.

    • The Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans is famous for its extravagant floats and colorful beads.

    • The city was alive with parties and celebrations during Mardi Gras, with everyone dressed in costume.

    • A traditional custom on Mardi Gras is to eat King Cake, a special cake decorated with purple, gold, and green.