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Laternenumzug

lantern procession; lantern parade

noun la-TER-nen-um-tsook Rare
Arts & Culture Traditions

Usage Note

Laternenumzug is the children's lantern procession on the eve of St Martin's Day (11 November), a beloved autumn tradition in German-speaking countries. Children sing Laternenlieder while carrying paper lanterns.

Examples

"Der Laternenumzug endete am Martinsfeuer auf dem Schulhof."

Natural Translation

The lantern procession ended at the St Martin's bonfire in the school yard.

Literal Translation

The lantern-procession ended at the Martin-fire on the school-yard.

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