Traditionally Lent was a fasting period, and Shrove Tuesday saw a mad dash to use up any perishables, including milk, eggs, and butter.

• 按照惯例，四旬斋期间需要禁食，而忏悔星期二是个转折点，（在这一天）要吃光所有易坏的事物，包括牛奶，鸡蛋和黄油。