History
History
Synonyms
UK
US
Meaning:
carnival

(an instance of) public entertainment and feasting, usually with music and processions of people in fancy dress

outdoor celebration

feast

a religious anniversary or festival, e.g. Christmas; a splendid meal

banquet and celebration

festival

(a day or season for) a public celebration; a series of performances (of music, ballet, drama etc) given during a period in a place

celebration

fete

a public entertainment, usually to raise money; to honour (a person) with ceremonies etc

celebration, party

holiday

a period of rest from work

celebratory day; time off

vacation

the period during which universities and law courts stop work; (especially US) = holiday

planned time spent not working

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