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octoberfest
Octoberfest (name) means the Bavarian festival called Oktoberfest, or Wiesn, or any similar festival, held between late September and early October, usually featuring German music, food, and beer-drinking among its prominent activities.
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The Bavarian festival called Oktoberfest, or Wiesn, or any similar festival, held between late September and early October, usually featuring German music, food, and beer-drinking among its prominent activities.
"Even though it is not yet October, the Hingham Lutheran Church held its annual Octoberfest today, complete with a full spread of German food and beer and an authentic Umpah band ("King Ludwig's German Band")."
— Ronald B. Schram, Caroline and Papa: Growing Up and Growing Older (2008)
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Etymology
Formed from October and -fest, modelled on German Oktoberfest.
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What is the meaning of octoberfest?
"octoberfest" (name) means the Bavarian festival called Oktoberfest, or Wiesn, or any similar festival, held between late September and early October, usually featuring German music, food, and beer-drinking among its prominent activities.
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Other words for "octoberfest" include Oktoberfest.
