callithump

A noun referring to a noisy, boisterous parade or a mock serenade made by banging pans and kettles, often directed at a newly married couple.

• 🇩🇪Lärmender, ausgelassener Umzug oder Scherzständchen mit Klappern und Scheppern von Töpfen und Pfannen, oft für Frischvermählte veranstaltet; auch allgemein ein ohrenbetäubender Lärmumzug oder Katzenmusik.

1. Noisy parade C2 informal american

   A loud, boisterous, and often chaotic public procession or celebration.

   • The town's annual callithump woke up the entire neighborhood.
   • They organized a callithump to celebrate the team's victory.
   • The callithump featured drums, horns, and people shouting.

   🇩🇪Lärmender Umzug

   Synonyme: charivarishivaree

2. Mock serenade C2 informal american

   A noisy, humorous, and often raucous serenade performed for a newly married couple, typically using pots, pans, and other noisemakers.

   • The couple was surprised by a callithump outside their window on their wedding night.
   • Friends and family gathered for a callithump to welcome the newlyweds.
   • The callithump was a traditional way to celebrate the marriage in that small town.

   🇩🇪Katzenmusik

   Synonyme: charivarishivaree