Dictionary.com's Word Of The Day Podcast

Word of the Day: October 21, 2021


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Today’s word inspired a piece of classical music by composer Steven Mackey for solo trumpet and orchestra that has its world premiere today, October 21, 2021, with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and conductor Gustavo Dudamel! The word is a noun that means “a mock serenade with kettles, pans, horns, and other noisemakers given for a newly married couple.” Do you know the word? Tap play to hear it along with a snippet of the music it inspired!

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