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carnival

/ˈkɑrnəvəl/

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1 · n.

a public festival with music, costumes, and entertainment

狂欢节；嘉年华

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The annual carnival fills the streets with music and dancing.
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一年一度的狂欢节让街道充满音乐与舞蹈。
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Pronunciation: /ˈkɑrnəvəl/

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