: a greeting or reception marked by ceremonial courtesy
—usually used in the phrase roll out the red carpet
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Elie Y. Katz, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
This clean look is particularly modern and perfect for glamorous red-carpet appearances à la Dakota Johnson, as well as everyday wear.
—Lina-Marie Baatz, Glamour, 7 July 2025
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2025
The Fenty Beauty founder showed off her baby bump on the red carpet in a light blue custom Chanel semi-sheer silk chiffon top and skirt embellished with sequins, crystals and feathers.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 30 June 2025
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Adjective
Grab-and-go breakfast items deserve red-carpet treatment at your entrance.
—Elie Y. Katz, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
This clean look is particularly modern and perfect for glamorous red-carpet appearances à la Dakota Johnson, as well as everyday wear.
—Lina-Marie Baatz, Glamour, 7 July 2025
Noun
The pair appeared head over heels, walking hand in hand on the red carpet together.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2025
The Fenty Beauty founder showed off her baby bump on the red carpet in a light blue custom Chanel semi-sheer silk chiffon top and skirt embellished with sequins, crystals and feathers.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 30 June 2025
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“Red-carpet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red-carpet. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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