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Definition of gaiety noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

gaiety

noun
 
/ˈɡeɪəti/
 
/ˈɡeɪəti/
[uncountable] (old-fashioned)
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  1. the state of being cheerful and full of fun
    • The colourful flags added to the gaiety of the occasion.
    compare gayness see also gaily, gay
    Word Originmid 17th cent.: from French gaieté, from gai, of unknown origin.
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