red-carpet

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adjective

red-car·​pet ˈred-ˈkär-pət How to pronounce red-carpet (audio)
: marked by ceremonial courtesy
red-carpet treatment

red carpet

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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

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Adjective
Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey have been making waves online for their red-carpet kisses during the promotion of Jurassic World Rebirth. Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2025 Wintour also steered Condé Nast through its digital pivot, all while transforming the Met Gala into fashion’s most coveted, cinematic red-carpet event (Wintour became co-chair of the prestigious event in 1995). Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 26 June 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 See All Example Sentences for red-carpet

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of red-carpet was in 1934

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“Red-carpet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red-carpet. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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red-carpet

adjective
red-car·​pet
-ˈkär-pət
: marked by ceremonial courtesy
red-carpet treatment

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