Hangout

/ˈhæŋ.aʊt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A place where people go to spend time relaxing or socializing.

The coffee shop on the corner has become a popular hangout for college students.

An informal gathering of friends.

We had a hangout at my friend's house to watch movies and catch up.

verb

To spend time relaxing or socializing.

We often hang out at the park after school.

To stay in a particular place for a period of time.

He likes to hang out in his room listening to music.

The term 'hang out' originated as a phrase in the mid-20th century, linked to informal social gatherings.

hang out with

To spend time relaxing or socializing with someone.

hangout zone

A designated area where people gather to socialize.

chill out

To relax and hang out in a casual manner.

gathering

A meeting of people for a specific purpose.

socialize

To interact with others in a friendly way.

meet-up

An arranged meeting, often social.

To relax or spend time in a non-formal setting.

Let's just hang out and watch some movies.

An event or gathering that is unplanned or casual.

There’s a hangout at my place this Friday.