red-carpet

red-carpet
adjective
special treatment or hospitality
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the maitre d' gave them the red-carpet treatment

Syn: ↑red carpet
Similar to: ↑uncommon

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\\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷\ adjective
Etymology: so called from the traditional laying down of a red carpet for important guests to walk upon
: marked by the formal ceremonial courtesy accorded persons of rank or importance

the red-carpet treatment given visiting dignitaries

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redˈ-carˈpet adjective (usu figurative)
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Main Entry:red

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red-carpet adj, always used before a noun

a red-carpet welcome

We got the red-carpet treatment [=we were treated like very important people] when we arrived.

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Main Entry:red carpet

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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