Synonyms

confetti

American

[kuhn-fet-ee, kawn-fet-tee] / kənˈfɛt i, kɔnˈfɛt ti /

plural noun

singular

confetto

(used with a singular verb) small bits of paper, usually colored, thrown or dropped from a height to enhance the gaiety of a festive event, as a parade, wedding, or New Year's Eve party.
confections; bonbons.

confetti British

/ kənˈfɛtɪ /

noun

small pieces of coloured paper thrown on festive occasions, esp at the bride and groom at weddings

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Etymology

Origin of confetti

1805–15; < Italian, plural of confetto comfit

Example Sentences

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“I opened it up. I saw the confetti but didn’t realize what it meant until I got a couple lines down,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

After 90 minutes, it was the familiar sight of Chelsea lifting the cup, Blues fans celebrating in the stands and Lucy Bronze playing with gold confetti.

From BBC

They then set off on their journey to cheers and clapping, through a balloon arch with confetti cannons.

From BBC

It was unclear whether Gosling also ordered up the marching band that played backup, but Fallon wound up crediting him for the whole deal, which we assume included the, um, confetti cannon.

From Los Angeles Times

When the delay became public, Gabbard responded by tossing up a confetti of excuses.

From Salon

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