fanfare — a short ceremonial tune or flourish played on brass instruments, typically to introduce something or someone important
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a short ceremonial tune or flourish played on brass instruments, typically to introduce something or someone important
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfænfɛr/
Example Sentences
- The new iPhone was released with tremendous fanfare, but my wallet released a cry of despair.
- The wedding began with a traditional fanfare played by the brass band.
- Despite all the fanfare, the restaurant quietly closed after only three months.
fanfare
NOUN[/ˈfænfɛr/]
a short ceremonial tune or flourish played on brass instruments, typically to introduce something or someone important
Ceremonial trumpet flourish introduces royalty
Prepare the fanfare to end what's unfair!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Fanfare derives from 17th-century French fanfare, originally denoting a flourish or brilliant musical composition played on trumpets or horns. The term later expanded metaphorically to mean a grand announcement, publicity, or commotion, reflecting the ostentatious nature of such musical displays.
Breakdown
Fanfare is composed of fan- (imitative of trumpet sound) + -fare (a suffix denoting action or manner), though the exact morphological origin remains uncertain. The word likely arose from onomatopoeia mimicking the sound of brass instruments, subsequently acquiring both musical and figurative applications.
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📝Examples
“The new iPhone was released with tremendous fanfare, but my wallet released a cry of despair.”
“The wedding began with a traditional fanfare played by the brass band.”
“Despite all the fanfare, the restaurant quietly closed after only three months.”
“My mom announced dinner with the fanfare of a royal decree, but it was just instant noodles again.”
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