red-carpet

1 of 2

adjective

red-car·​pet ˈred-ˈkär-pət 

: marked by ceremonial courtesy

red-carpet treatment

red carpet

2 of 2

noun

: a greeting or reception marked by ceremonial courtesy

—usually used in the phrase roll out the red carpet

Examples of red-carpet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The original runway design featured tiny, sculptural antlers protruding from the collar, though these appear to have been removed for Jenner’s red-carpet outing. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2026

The service Round-the-clock red-carpet treatment delivered by warm, thoughtful, professional staff is what makes The Peninsula tick. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

Noun

Sammy Kershaw claims he was denied red carpet access at the upcoming Country Music Association Awards. — Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2026

She’s been spotted on every red carpet, from the CFDA Fashion Awards to the Primetime Emmy Awards. — Christina Oehler, InStyle, 7 Nov. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from the traditional laying down of a red carpet for important guests to walk on

First Known Use

Adjective

1947, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1934, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for red-carpet

• carpet

Kids Definition

red-carpet

adjective

red-car·​pet

-ˈkär-pət

: marked by ceremonial courtesy

red-carpet treatment