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

These days, her feed is more professionally focused, showcasing mostly red-carpet looks and key art and the occasional photo of her beloved rescue dog, Billie. — Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 25 Sep. 2026

Their relationship became public soon afterwards, with the pair making their red-carpet debut at the Clive Davis pre-Grammys gala in February 2024. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026

Noun

Pitt spent several days in San Sebastian before walking the red carpet with his new film Heart of the Beast on Wednesday evening. — Jennifer Green, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026

Kate Middleton has become famed for her ability to mix high-end and affordable brands—as well as her ability to effortlessly swap between elevated red carpet looks and surprisingly relaxed ensembles. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 25 Sep. 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