carmagnole

/ˌkɑrmənˈjoʊl/
noun
  1. A lively French song and dance from the time of the French Revolution, often associated with revolutionary fervor.
    • The crowd danced the carmagnole in the streets to celebrate the revolution.
    • The carmagnole was sung with great energy at the festival.
    • She learned the steps to the carmagnole for the historical reenactment.
  2. A short jacket or coat worn by working-class people and revolutionaries in France during the 18th century.
    • Revolutionaries often dressed in a carmagnole to show their solidarity.
    • The museum displayed an original carmagnole from the 1790s.
    • He wore a simple carmagnole as part of his costume for the play.
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