Meaning of gaiety in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɡeɪədi/

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  1. Noun

    gaiety

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: from French gaieté, from gai (see gay)

    Definitions

    1. a gay feeling
  2. 2. a festive merry feeling

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