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revels

/ˈrɛvəlz/

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noun

The outer side of a window or door frame; the jamb.

Examples :

"The afternoon sun glinted off the revels of the newly installed window, highlighting their smooth, white finish. "

architecture part building

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A revelation; an uncovering of what was hidden.

Examples :

"The comedian had been telling us about his sleep being disturbed by noise. Then came the reveal: he was sleeping on a bed in a department store."

event entertainment culture

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(obsolete in the US) The side of an opening for a window, doorway, or the like, between the door frame or window frame and the outer surface of the wall; or, where the opening is not filled with a door, etc., the whole thickness of the wall; the jamb.

Examples :

"The thick revels of the old castle's window protected the inhabitants from the harsh winter winds. "

architecture part building

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noun

An instance of merrymaking; a celebration.

Examples :

"The town's New Year's Eve revels included fireworks and a live band in the town square. "

entertainment culture event festival

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A kind of dance.

Examples :

"The village celebrations included traditional revels performed by the local dancers. "

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A wake for the dead.

Examples :

"The family held somber revels for their grandmother, sharing stories and memories of her life. "

ritual religion culture