charivari

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion.
  2. Any loud, cacophonous noise or hubbub.

Pronunciation

/ʃɑːɹɪˈvɑːɹi/

Word forms

charivari charivaris shivaree chivari chivaree

Etymology

From French charivari.

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