What is another word for Skimmington?

Pronunciation: [skˈɪmɪŋtən] (IPA)

Skimmington is a term used to describe a public mockery or parade of someone who has violated community norms. While the word may not be familiar to many people, there are several synonyms that can be used in its place. Some of these synonyms include charivari, rough music, and ride of shame. Other words that can be used to describe similar practices include shaming, jeering, taunting, and ridiculing. These terms all refer to a public display of disapproval or ridicule towards someone who has behaved in a socially unacceptable way. While the specific term may vary, the underlying concept remains the same across these different synonyms.

What are the hypernyms for Skimmington?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    punishment, public humiliation, Folk custom, Social shaming, traditional practice.

Usage examples for Skimmington

I was interested to read in Mr. Warde Fowler's Kingham Old and New an account of a peculiar ceremony-called "Skimmington," by Mr. Hardy, in his Mayor of Casterbridge-which took place in Kingham village.
"Grain and Chaff from an English Manor"
Arthur H. Savory

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