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[https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=English#ca._1100-1500_.09THE_MIDDLE_ENGLISH_PERIOD Middle English] ''fete'', from Middle French, from Old French ''feste'' | [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=English#ca._1100-1500_.09THE_MIDDLE_ENGLISH_PERIOD Middle English] ''fete'', from Middle French, from Old French ''feste'' | ||
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The [[English]] word ''fête'', pronounced /ˈfeɪt/ (FAYT) or /ˈfɛt/ (FET), is derived from the French ''Fête'', [[meaning]] "holiday" or "party". | The [[English]] word ''fête'', pronounced /ˈfeɪt/ (FAYT) or /ˈfɛt/ (FET), is derived from the French ''Fête'', [[meaning]] "holiday" or "party". | ||
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Village '''fêtes''' are common in Britain, although their numbers are declining. These are usually outdoor shows held on village greens or [[recreation]] grounds with a variety of activities. They are organised by an ad hoc committee of [[volunteers]] from organisations like [[religious]] groups or residents' associations. In Australia, ''fêtes'' are often held yearly by [[schools]] and sometimes [[churches]] to raise funds. | Village '''fêtes''' are common in Britain, although their numbers are declining. These are usually outdoor shows held on village greens or [[recreation]] grounds with a variety of activities. They are organised by an ad hoc committee of [[volunteers]] from organisations like [[religious]] groups or residents' associations. In Australia, ''fêtes'' are often held yearly by [[schools]] and sometimes [[churches]] to raise funds. | ||
| − | Attractions seen at village ''fêtes'' include [ | + | Attractions seen at village ''fêtes'' include [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raffle raffles], coconut shies, bat a rat stalls, white elephant stalls, cakes, and home produce such as jams and pickles. [[Entertainment]] may include [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morris_dance Morris dancing], tug of war, fancy [[dress]] and pet shows. The American and Canadian equivalent would be a county or city [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair fair]. |
| − | Harvard University's [ | + | Harvard University's [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliot_House Eliot House] uses the term to refer to its [[spring]] formal. In Trinidad and Tobago and other English-speaking Caribbean territories, ''fêtes'' are huge parties held during the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival Carnival] season.[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F%C3%AAte] |
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Origin
Middle English fete, from Middle French, from Old French feste
The English word fête, pronounced /ˈfeɪt/ (FAYT) or /ˈfɛt/ (FET), is derived from the French Fête, meaning "holiday" or "party".
Definitions
- 1: festival
- 2a : a lavish often outdoor entertainment
- b : a large elaborate party
Description
Village fêtes are common in Britain, although their numbers are declining. These are usually outdoor shows held on village greens or recreation grounds with a variety of activities. They are organised by an ad hoc committee of volunteers from organisations like religious groups or residents' associations. In Australia, fêtes are often held yearly by schools and sometimes churches to raise funds.
Attractions seen at village fêtes include raffles, coconut shies, bat a rat stalls, white elephant stalls, cakes, and home produce such as jams and pickles. Entertainment may include Morris dancing, tug of war, fancy dress and pet shows. The American and Canadian equivalent would be a county or city fair.
Harvard University's Eliot House uses the term to refer to its spring formal. In Trinidad and Tobago and other English-speaking Caribbean territories, fêtes are huge parties held during the Carnival season.[1]
