mummer

Meanings

• noun

  A person who performs in a theatrical troupe, typically wearing a mask or costume and acting out a story or character for entertainment.

  - "The mummers put on a lively performance for the townsfolk."
  - "The mummer's mask hid his true identity from the audience."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

mime

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mummer
hummer , number , tumbler

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Variants

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mummer , mummers

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Etymology

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Originally from Middle English 'mommeren', meaning 'to make a noise or commotion'. The term came to refer to masked performers who made a commotion or noise while acting out a story.

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Trivia

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1. Mumming was once a popular tradition in many parts of Europe and the Americas, but it has largely died out in modern times.

2. Some mumming troupes would travel from house to house, performing for food and drink in exchange for their entertainment.

3. Mumming was once believed to have healing powers, with the performers believed to be able to ward off illness and bring good luck.

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Related Concepts

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1. masquerade: A social event where people wear masks or costumes to hide their identities and celebrate anonymity. Mumming is a type of masquerade.

2. folk tradition: Mumming is a traditional folk art, passed down from generation to generation. It is often associated with the winter solstice and New Year's celebrations.

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Culture

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Mumming has a rich cultural history, particularly in Europe and the Americas. It has been a tradition for centuries, often involving the performance of plays or skits, singing, dancing, and feasting.

How to Memorize "mummer"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person wearing a mask and costume, performing a skit or play for an audience.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mummer' with the image of a masked performer.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a 'mummer' by combining the words 'mask' and 'performer'.

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