Meaning of Fete | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A festival open to the public, the proceeds from which are often given to charity.
2. Alternative spelling of fete.
   alt-of, alternative
3. A feast, celebration or carnival.

Equivalents

Examples

“The final fete of the year was held at the Plymouth Hoe on 20 July, where fine weather and crowds of people ensured much support for local charities and boosted club finds.”

“The sexton and his companion had been employed as carpenters on the preparations for the celebrated Stratford Jubilee; and they remembered Garrick, the prime mover of the fête, who superintended the arrangements; […]”

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