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callithump

 
Dictionary: Cal·li·thump

n.

A somewhat riotous parade, accompanied with the blowing of tin horns, and other discordant noises; also, a burlesque serenade; a charivari. [U. S.] [Also spelled callathump.]


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a noisy, boisterous mock serenade, a charivari (shivaree)
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IN BRIEF: n. - A noisy boisterous parade; also, a shivaree.

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The noun has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: a noisy boisterous parade
  Synonyms: callathump, callithump parade

Meaning #2: a noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple
  Synonyms: shivaree, chivaree, charivari, callathump, belling


 
 
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