SINCE 1828
Mardi Gras
noun
Mar·di Gras
| \ ˈmär-dē-ˌgrä
, in New Orleans commonly -ˌgrȯ\
, in New Orleans commonly -ˌgrȯ\
Definition of Mardi Gras
1a
: Shrove Tuesday often observed (as in New Orleans) with parades and festivities
b
: a carnival period climaxing on Shrove Tuesday
2
: a festive occasion resembling a pre-Lenten Mardi Gras
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How 'Mardi Gras' Got Its Name
How 'Mardi Gras' Got Its Name
You're about to fast for 40 days. Quick: eat everything in the house.
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Mardi Gras
noun
English Language Learners Definition of Mardi Gras
: the Tuesday before the beginning of Lent that is often celebrated with parades and parties
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