Callithump (Noun)
Meaning 1
A noisy boisterous parade.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The callithump marched through the city streets, led by a ragtag band playing loud instruments and attracting curious onlookers.
- As the callithump wended its way through the neighborhood, the pounding drums and blowing horns announced its arrival to everyone within earshot.
- The callithump was a beloved annual tradition, featuring outrageous costumes, creative floats, and enough noise to wake up the whole town.
- On Mardi Gras, the callithump paraded through the French Quarter, a riotous procession of music, laughter, and general mayhem.
- The callithump made its way through the city, leaving a trail of cheering crowds, scattered confetti, and exhausted but exhilarated participants in its wake.
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Meaning 2
A noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.