chivaree

or chiv·a·ri

[ shiv-uh-ree, shiv-uh-ree ]

noun

, chiv·a·reed, chiv·a·ree·ing.

1. a variant of shivaree.

chivaree

/ ˌʃɪvəˈriː; ˈʃɪvəˌriː /

noun

1. See charivari
   a US spelling of charivari

Example Sentences

So busy were they in recounting the various incidents in the recent "chivaree," that before they were aware Cameron was upon them.

From Project Gutenberg

It was more like the "chivaree" with which ironic crowds tormented bridal couples back in Nimrim, Mo.

From Project Gutenberg

"Well, it's the only chance we'll have to chivaree them," grumbled Dan.

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