ETYM Old Eng. feire, Old Fren. feire, French foire, from Latin fariae, pl., days of rest, holidays, festivals, akin to festus festal. Related to Feast.
1. A competitive exhibition of farm products.
2. A gathering of producers to promote business.

1. A day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration.
2. An organized series of acts and performances; SYN. feast, fiesta, fete.

1. A person employed to raise funds
2. A social event (as a cocktail party) held for the purpose of raising funds