red-carpet

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adjective

red-car·​pet ˈred-ˈkär-pət How to pronounce red-carpet (audio)
: marked by ceremonial courtesy
red-carpet treatment

red carpet

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noun

: a greeting or reception marked by ceremonial courtesy
usually used in the phrase roll out the red carpet

Examples of red-carpet in a Sentence

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Adjective
The full Bacon family had a rare red-carpet moment earlier this month, appearing together at the Hollywood premiere of A Complete Unknown. Jen Juneau, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024 Armani’s leadership extends far beyond pioneering red-carpet fashion moments, shaping the brand’s approach to philanthropy, staff welfare, and public welfare initiatives. Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
The actor walked the red carpet in a navy three-piece suit, while Doré sported a black high-neck top and a white midi skirt. Ariana Quihuiz, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 This year Rih somehow managed to up the ante, hitting the Fashion Awards red carpet in vintage Christian Lacroix and bringing the pantless look to Color Me Mine. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for red-carpet 

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from the traditional laying down of a red carpet for important guests to walk on

First Known Use

Adjective

1947, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of red-carpet was in 1934

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Cite this Entry

“Red-carpet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red-carpet. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

red-carpet

adjective
red-car·​pet
-ˈkär-pət
: marked by ceremonial courtesy
red-carpet treatment

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