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Halloween DictionaryA-E | F-J | K-O | P-S | T-Zair cannon: A cylinder through which compressed air is blown, releasing confetti or other substances. Used to startle, but not harm, people. air ram: A special effects device. An air ram is a cylinder with an enclosed piston. When compressed air is forced through the cylinder, the piston moves, which also moves a connected puppet or other scary object. All Hallows Eve: An old name for October 31st, or Hallowe'en. All Saints Day: In the Catholic calendar, November 1st is All Saints' Day, when saints who don't have their own holy days are honored. All Souls Day: On November 2nd, Catholics celebrate All Soul's Day, a day of remembrance of the faithful dead. animatronics: The science, and practice knowledge, of animating inanimate objects. apparition:A ghost or spirit which appears suddenly. banshee: In Irish mythology a female spirit whose wailing foretold death.
Beggars Night:Also known as Devil's Night or Mischief Night. Falls on October 30th, the day before Hallowe'en. The night before Hallowe'en often sees a spike in vandalism and arson. Bela Lugosi:An actor from the 1930s best known for his portrayal of Dracula. black light: Ultraviolet light. When black light hits certain materials, the material glows. bobbing:Bobbing for apples is an old Hallowe'en tradition. Apples either float in a bucket of water or are suspended from string, and participants try to take bites out of them. bogeyman:A ghost or monster who hides under beds or in closets before attacking sleepers. boggart:A British spirit who can either be helpful or a mischief. candy corn:Soft and chewy yellow and black candy that resembles corn. Celtic:A diverse group of ancient and modern cultures which includes the Irish, Scots, and Welsh. coven:A group of witches, traditionally 13 in number. crypt: A burial vault. Day of the Dead: The Mexican Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, and has some similarities to Hallowe'en. Devil’s Night: October 30th, also known as Beggar's Night or Mischief Night. The night before Hallowe'en often sees a spike in vandalism and arson. Druid:Priest of the ancient Celts. In New Age religions, Druids are nature worshippers. dry ice:Solid carbon dioxide, used to make fog effects when covered with water. epitaph:The inscription or poem inscribed on a headstone.
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