noun
- plural of kermis; outdoor festivals or fairs, especially in the Netherlands and Belgium, typically featuring entertainment, food, and games
Usage: European cultural context
Examples
- The town hosts several kermises throughout the summer months.
- Traditional Dutch kermises feature wooden rides and local delicacies.
- Families gather at the annual kermises to enjoy games and entertainment.
- The colorful kermises attract visitors from neighboring villages.
- Local vendors set up booths at the weekend kermises.
- Children eagerly await the arrival of the traveling kermises.