Associations to the word «Shivaree»

Wiktionary

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

Dictionary definition

SHIVAREE, noun. A noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple.

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle