eisteddfod
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Definition
- Noun:
- A competitive festival of Welsh arts and culture: An "eisteddfod" is a traditional Welsh festival, typically held annually, that involves competitions in various artistic fields such as music (especially singing), poetry, literature, and dance.
- A gathering for artistic competition: The term specifically denotes an event structured around contests to celebrate and preserve Welsh language and cultural heritage.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- She won first prize for her harp performance at the national eisteddfod.
- The local eisteddfod is a major event in our cultural calendar, attracting poets and musicians from all over the region.
- Participating in an eisteddfod requires rigorous preparation and skill.
Advanced Usage
"The National Eisteddfod of Wales": Refers to the largest and most prominent of these festivals, held annually in a different location in Wales.
- Winning a chair at the National Eisteddfod is considered one of the highest honors for a Welsh poet.
"Eisteddfod tradition": Refers to the historical and cultural practices associated with these festivals.
- The eisteddfod tradition dates back to at least the 12th century.
Variants and Related Words
Eisteddfodau (n): The plural form of "eisteddfod."
- Several eisteddfodau are held throughout Wales each year.
Eisteddfodic (adj): Pertaining to an eisteddfod.
- The eisteddfodic atmosphere was filled with excitement and artistic passion.
Synonyms
- Arts festival: A festival focused on the arts.
- Cultural competition: A contest centered on cultural or artistic skills.
Related Phrases
To compete in an eisteddfod: To take part in the contests of an eisteddfod.
- He has been training for years to compete in an eisteddfod.
Eisteddfod crown/chair: Prizes awarded for poetry at an eisteddfod.
- The bard was awarded the eisteddfod chair for his epic poem.
Noun
- any of several annual Welsh festivals involving artistic competitions (especially in singing)