Party
/ˈpɑːrti/
Definitions
4 meaningsA social gathering of people, typically for pleasure or entertainment.
/ˈpɑːrti/
A social gathering.
They had a party for their anniversary.
💡 Simply: A party is like a fun get-together with friends and family, maybe with cake, music, and games! Imagine you're celebrating something special, or just having a good time.
👶 For kids: A party is when people get together to have fun, like at a birthday or a holiday!
More Examples
I'm going to a party this weekend.
The house was full of people enjoying the party.
How It's Used
"We are throwing a party to celebrate John's birthday."
"The party was a huge success, with lots of dancing and laughter."
A group of people organized for a specific political purpose, especially to gain power or influence.
/ˈpɑːrti/
A group of people with shared political beliefs.
She is a member of the Green Party.
💡 Simply: In politics, a party is like a team of people who share the same ideas about how the country should be run. They work together to try to win elections and make changes.
👶 For kids: A party is a group of people who think the same way about how the country should be run.
More Examples
The party won a majority in the election.
The debate was between representatives of different political parties.
How It's Used
"The Labour Party is one of the major political parties in the UK."
"The ruling party introduced a new bill in parliament."
A person or group participating in a legal matter or transaction.
/ˈpɑːrti/
A person or group involved in a legal case or dispute.
The two parties reached a settlement.
💡 Simply: In a legal situation, a party is anyone who's involved, like the person suing someone, or the person being sued, or the people signing a contract together.
👶 For kids: In court, a party is someone who is part of the problem or the solution!
More Examples
The injured party received compensation.
The contract was binding on all parties involved.
How It's Used
"The defendant is one party in the lawsuit."
"All parties involved signed the contract."
To attend a party; to have fun and celebrate.
/ˈpɑːrti/
To attend or be present at a party.
They partied all night long.
💡 Simply: When you party, it means you're having a fun time at a party – dancing, chatting, eating, and generally enjoying yourself!
👶 For kids: To party means to have fun at a party!
More Examples
We're going to party hard this weekend.
She loves to party.
How It's Used
"I'm looking forward to partying with my friends this weekend."
"The celebrity was seen partying late into the night."
Synonyms
Bash
Celebration
Gathering
Bloc
Faction
Group
Movement
Claimant
Defendant
Participant
Celebrate
Idioms & expressions
party animal
A person who enjoys social gatherings and parties.
"He is such a party animal; he loves going out every weekend."
party pooper
A person who spoils the fun at a social event.
"Don't be a party pooper, join us for the dance!"
From Middle English partie, from Old French partie, from Latin partīta, past participle of partīre (“to divide, share”), from pars (“part”).
The word 'party' has been used since the 14th century, initially to describe a group of people or a division. Its use for a social gathering evolved later.
Memory tip
Think of a festive celebration with music, food, and friends.