CARNIVAL. 1. The season immediately preceding Lent, devoted in Italy and other Roman Catholic countries to revelry and riotous amusement, Shrove-tide; the festivity of this season. 2. a. fig. Any season or course of feasting, riotous revelry, or indulgence. b. A fun-fair; circus. Etymology: L. carnem levare, the putting away or removal of flesh
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