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Party

UK /["/ˈpɑːti/"]/US /["/ˈpɑːrti/"]/

Definition

a social occasion, often in a person’s home, at which people eat, drink, talk, dance and enjoy themselves

In simple words: A gathering of people to have fun.

Examples

  • We are going to a birthday party this weekend.
  • The party was full of fun and laughter.
  • She brought a cake to the party for everyone to enjoy.
  • The legal party involved in the contract must sign it.
  • Everyone in our group is part of the same party for the event.

Usage notes

Used in various contexts, 'party' can refer to celebrations or social events. It's appropriate in casual conversations but may seem less formal in professional settings. Saying 'get together' can be a more neutral alternative.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine a big colorful 'party' with balloons and music.

Collocations

  • surprise
  • impromptu
  • lavish
  • give
  • have
  • hold
  • go on
  • be in full swing
  • break up
  • guest
  • girl
  • at a/​the party
  • party for
  • political
  • centre/​center
  • centre-right/​center-right
  • build
  • establish
  • form
  • come to power
  • gain power
  • win (something)
  • conference
  • congress
  • convention
  • the leader of a/​the (…) party
  • a member of a/​the (…) party
  • the left wing of the party
  • boarding
  • hunting
  • landing
  • party of
  • guilty
  • innocent
  • aggrieved
  • notify
  • be binding on
  • bind

Synonyms

  • celebration
  • gathering
  • bash
  • soiree
  • shindig

Antonyms

  • solitude
  • loneliness

Common mistakes

  • 'Party' is often confused with 'partying,' the action of having fun.
  • 'Party' can be mistaken for 'political party' in a political context.