SINCE 1828

festal

adjective fes·tal \ ˈfe-stᵊl \

Definition of festal

: of or relating to a feast or festival : festive

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festally

play \ˈfe-stᵊl-ē\ adverb

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Origin and Etymology of festal

Latin festum

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First Known Use: 15th century

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festal

Definition of festal

festally

Origin and Etymology of festal