Meaning Of The Word Shivaree

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shivaree in American English
a noisy demonstration or celebration; esp., a mock serenade with kettles, horns, etc. to a couple on their wedding night; charivari
noun: a mock serenade with kettles, pans, horns, and other noisemakers given for a newly married couple; charivari
transitive verb: to serenade with a shivaree

shivaree in British English
noun: a discordant mock serenade to newlyweds, made with pans, kettles, etc

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