Meaning of the word festival in English

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festival

US /ˈfes.tə.vəl/
UK /ˈfes.tə.vəl/
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Noun

1.

a day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons

Example:
The town celebrates a summer festival every year.
Many cultures have a spring festival to welcome the new season.
2.

an organized series of concerts, films, or plays, typically held annually in the same place

Example:
She attended the international film festival.
The music festival attracted thousands of fans.
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