Party

/ˈpɑːrti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A social gathering of invited guests, typically involving eating, drinking, and entertainment.

We are throwing a birthday party for Sarah this Saturday.

A political organization or group.

The two major parties in the country are campaigning for the upcoming elections.

A participant in a legal agreement or proceeding.

Each party must review the contract before signing.

verb

To celebrate or have fun with others, especially at a social event.

They decided to party all night to celebrate their graduation.

Middle English 'partie', from Old French 'partie', meaning 'a part' or 'a division'.

birthday party

A celebration of one's birthday, usually with cake, presents, and guests.

political party

An organized group of people who share similar political beliefs and seek to influence government.

throw a party

To organize and host a gathering for celebration.

celebration

A joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event.

gathering

A coming together of people, often for a specific purpose.

Rager

Last night’s rager was the best party I’ve ever been to!

Shindig

We're having a little shindig at my place this weekend.

Bash

They threw a huge bash for their anniversary.