| 释义 |
fan·fare
I. \ˈfanˌfa(a)](ə)r, ˈfaan-, -fe], ]ə\ noun
Etymology: French, probably of imitative origin
1. : a sounding of trumpets (as in coming into the lists); specifically : a short and lively air performed on hunting horns during the chase
2. : a showy outward display or motion : flourish
< such devout phrases could easily be classed as introductory fanfare — Paul Blanshard >
< great political fanfare >
3. : an orchestral passage in which the brass instruments are prominent
II. transitive verb
: to make public or call attention to with much clamor
< the crash of trees fanfared the spread of material civilization — R.G.Lillard > |