What is another word for mummers?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌməz] (IPA) 
Mummers are performers who dress up in extravagant costumes and masks and participate in traditional plays or parades. They have different names depending on the region. In England, they are called "wassailers," while in Newfoundland, they go by the name of "jannies." In Ireland, they are known as "strawboys," and in Wales, they are called "calennig." In parts of Scotland, they are known as "guisers," while in the United States, they go by the name of "morris dancers." Regardless of the name, mummers play an essential role in many cultures and share a common love for performing, entertaining, and keeping the tradition alive.
