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Meaning of ride the fair | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To proclaim a fair (trading event) by marching in a ceremonial parade.

UK, historical

Examples

“The fair is formally opened and proclaimed by the bailiff of the duke of Northumberland as lord of the manor of Corbridge, who welcomes at the 'Angel' inn at Corbridge the officials and those who intend to accompany him to 'ride the fair.'”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

ride the high horse ride the lightning ride the pine ride the rail ride the rails ride the rods