Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mardi gras
noun
/ˌmɑːrdi ˈɡrɑː/
Definition
Mardi Gras is a festive season celebrated in many cultures, especially marked by the celebration of the day before Ash Wednesday, which is the start of Lent.
Examples
- Mardi Gras is celebrated with parades and parties in New Orleans.
- People wear elaborate costumes and masks during Mardi Gras festivities.
- The colorful beads thrown during Mardi Gras are iconic symbols of the celebration.
Meaning
The term ‘Mardi Gras’ is French for ‘Fat Tuesday,’ referring to the day of feasting and celebration before the fasting period of Lent begins.
Synonyms
- Fat Tuesday
- Shrove Tuesday
- Carnival
