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Fasching

American  
[fah-shing] / ˈfɑ ʃɪŋ /

noun

  1. a carnival celebration that precedes Lent in German-speaking countries and communities; Shrovetide.


Etymology

Origin of Fasching

1910–15; < German, originally Bavarian and Austrian dialect; Middle High German vaschanc, vastschang, perhaps equivalent to vast- Lent ( German Fasten; fast 2 ) + schanc distribution or pouring of drinks, referring to the dispensing of liquor prohibited during Lent

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“As U.S. consumers are beginning to see some price increases, it is impacting their purchase behavior within the consumer discretionary space,” said CFO Fasching.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 24, 2025

He allowed late goals to Hudson Fasching and Casey Cizikas in the final six minutes and finished with 38 saves.

From Washington Times • Apr. 10, 2023

The netminder was shaken up after making a save on a shot by Fasching.

From Washington Post • Jan. 16, 2023

Sebastian Aho, Matt Martin and Hudson Fasching scored to help the Islanders build their lead early in the second period.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 16, 2023

She tore her hair for grief and rage, and was quite beside herself with agitation: but she recovered a composed state of mind; and, in 1776, in Fasching, obtained permission to accomplish her marriage.

From A Historical Survey of the Customs, Habits, & Present State of the Gypsies by Hoyland, John