marquees

Meanings

• noun

  A large, open-fronted structure, typically covered in canvas, used for sheltering or entertaining guests at outdoor events.

  - "The wedding reception was held under a beautiful white marquee."
  - "They rented a marquee for their daughter's birthday party."

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Synonyms

chase lights , chaser lights , marching ants

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with marquees
margees , carriages , bargains , varieties

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Variants

List of all variants of marquees that leads to same result
marquee , marquees

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Etymology

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Originally from the French word 'marquise', meaning a woman of high rank, the term came to denote a covered carriage, and later, a large tent.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest marquee was built in the UK in 1992 and measured over 1,000 feet long.

2. Marquees were originally used by the British military to provide shelter for troops in the field.

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Related Concepts

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1. Tent: Marquees are a type of tent, but they are typically larger and more elaborate, designed for use at outdoor events.

2. Canopy: A marquee is a type of canopy, providing shelter from the sun or rain.

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Culture

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Marquees are often used for various events, including weddings, parties, and corporate functions. They can be decorated to suit the theme of the event and provide shelter from the elements.

How to Memorize "marquees"

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2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'marquee' with outdoor events, weddings, and parties.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that a marquee is a large tent for outdoor events.

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