Pinata
(noun)
A decorated container, typically in the shape of an animal or person, filled with small toys and cand, and suspended from a height to be broken as part of a celebration or party game.
Origin:
The word pinata comes from the spanish word "piƱata" which is derived from the italian word "pignatta" meaning a decorated container.
Examples:
- The children took turns hitting the pinata at the birthday party.
- The pinata was filled with small toys and candy.
- The pinata was in the shape of a donkey.
- The pinata is a traditional decoration and game in Mexican culture.
- The pinata was hung from a tree and the children were blindfolded before trying to hit it with a stick.