I. ˈfanˌfa(a)](ə)r, ˈfaan-, -fe], ]ə\ noun
Etymology: French, probably of imitative origin
1. : a sounding of trumpets (as in coming into the lists) ; specifically : a short and lively air performed on hunting horns during the chase
2. : a showy outward display or motion : flourish
such devout phrases could easily be classed as introductory fanfare — Paul Blanshard
great political fanfare
3. : an orchestral passage in which the brass instruments are prominent
II. transitive verb
: to make public or call attention to with much clamor
the crash of trees fanfared the spread of material civilization — R.G.Lillard