Associations to the word «Charivari»
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Wiktionary
CHARIVARI, noun. The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion.
CHARIVARI, noun. Any loud, cacophonous noise or hubbub.
Dictionary definition
CHARIVARI, noun. A noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple.
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