party
|par/ty|
🇺🇸
/ˈpɑːrti/
🇬🇧
/ˈpɑːti/
social gathering
Etymology
'party' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'partie,' where 'part-' meant 'part or division.'
'partie' transformed into the Middle English word 'partie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'party.'
Initially, it meant 'a part or division,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'social gathering' and 'political group.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a social gathering of invited guests, typically involving eating, drinking, and entertainment.
We attended a birthday party last night.
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Noun 2
a formally constituted political group that contests elections and attempts to form or take part in a government.
The Democratic Party won the election.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35