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gai·e·ty also gay·e·ty  audio  (g-t) KEY 

NOUN:
pl. gai·e·ties
  1. A state of joyful exuberance or merriment; vivacity.
  2. Merry or joyful activity; festivity: making preparations for the holiday gaieties.
  3. Bright color or showiness, as of dress; finery.
ETYMOLOGY:
French gaieté, from Old French, from gai, cheerful ; see gay


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