What does PARTY mean?

Party Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

Definitions

Noun: a social gathering, especially for pleasure or amusement; a group of people taking part in a particular activity or trip.

Verb: enjoy oneself at a party or other lively gathering, typically with drinking and music.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈpɑrti/

UK: /ˈpɑːti/

Origin and Usage

The word "party" originated from the Middle English word "parti" meaning "part or portion." It was first used as a noun in the 14th century to refer to a group of people who share a common interest or purpose. In the 19th century, it began to be used to describe a social gathering or celebration. Today, "party" is commonly used to refer to a wide range of social gatherings, from small get-togethers to large-scale events like weddings and political rallies.

Synonyms

celebration, festivity, gathering, social event, soirée, shindig, reception, function

Related Words

dance, music, drink, games, guests

Example Sentences

Noun:

1. She threw a party for her birthday.
2. The political party held a rally in the park.
3. They formed a search party to look for the missing hiker.

Verb:

1. They partied all night long.
2. After the game, the fans partied in the streets.
3. She loves to party with her friends on the weekends.