fest

fest

noun \ˌfest\

Definition of FEST

: a gathering, event, or show having a specified focus <a music fest> —often used in combination <a gabfest>

Origin of FEST

German, from Fest celebration, from Latin festum — more at feast

First Known Use: 1889

Related to FEST

Synonyms: carnival, celebration, festival, festivity, fete (or fête), fiesta, gala, jubilee

Related Words: jamboree, jollification, jollity [British], merriment, merrymaking, rejoicing, revel, revelry; exhibit, exhibition, exposition, fair, show; exercises, honors

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