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Oktoberfest
[ok-toh-ber-fest]
noun
a traditional festival held each October in Munich, Germany.
any similar festival held usually in the autumn.
Word History and Origins
Origin of Oktoberfest1
Example Sentences
Kane has thrown himself into life in Munich, embracing the culture, trips to Oktoberfest, visiting supporters' clubs and taking German lessons, even if he has previously joked his kids will learn the language before him.
Great America doubled down on seasonal events last year, adding an Oktoberfest alongside Tricks and Treats.
Millions of litres are consumed by millions of people at Oktoberfest's annual party, which takes place in September to October in Munich.
Last year, Johnson played in the Bavarian city of Augsburg and Wolfe posted Instagram photos of the pair at Oktoberfest in Munich.
Baker: If the gig he’s coming for is Grubauer’s role as the team’s local Oktoberfest ambassador, I could see it as Daccord attended Arizona State University and we all know all about the nightlife there.
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When To Use
Oktoberfest is a traditional festival held in October in Munich, Germany. It’s the largest Volksfest, which combines a beer (or sometimes wine) festival and a traveling carnival.Despite its name, Oktoberfest usually starts in September and ends in early October.Oktoberfest can also refer to any similar fall festival, especially held in the United States and featuring beer and German foods.Example: My town’s Oktoberfest always features local German beers and foods from Karl’s German Kitchen.
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