KREWE | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Krewe

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

mid 19th century: from the name of The Mistick Krewe of Comus, the first such organization, krewe representing an archaic variant spelling of crew

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: kruː
Dialects: British English
Definition:

(in the US) an organization or association that stages a parade or other event for a carnival celebration. Krewes are associated especially with Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Short Definition:

organization that stages events for carnival celebrations

Examples:
  • the krewe is famous for huge floats with national celebrities

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