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- proper noun Alternative form of
Mardi Gras .
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ecbrenner commented on the word mardi gras
Literally, "Fat Tuesday," the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday (the start of Lent). Christians generally indulge on Mardi Gras those things they will give up for Lent. See also Shrove Tuesday.
February 25, 2009