1. plural of mummering; the practice of performing in a mummery, especially a masked or costumed performance or pageant, often associated with Christmas or carnival traditions
Usage: often historical or regional; chiefly British
2. plural of mummering; absurd or pretentious behavior; empty ceremony or ritual
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The village's Christmas mummerings featured actors in elaborate costumes and masks.
• The traditional mummerings of the holiday season delighted children and adults alike.
• He dismissed the political ceremony as mere mummerings and empty gestures.
• Medieval mummerings often told stories of good versus evil.
• The mummerings continued late into the winter night with music and dancing.