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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