merrymaking

noun
UK: /ˈmerimeɪkɪŋ/
US: /ˈmerimeɪkɪŋ/

  1. Festive activities such as parties, dancing, and special events.

    1. The village was filled with merrymaking.
    2. The annual summer festival provided ample opportunities for community merrymaking and celebration.

  2. A lively celebration or period of joyful activity.

    1. The wedding was a time of great merrymaking.
    2. The atmosphere at the pub was one of general merrymaking and good cheer as people celebrated the victory.

Synonyms

revelry carousal jollification
merrymaking verb

  1. Present participle of 'merrymake', meaning to celebrate or enjoy oneself in a festive way.

    1. They are merrymaking at the party.
    2. The students were merrymaking after their final exams, relieved the school year had come to an end.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "merrymaking" in English means: Festive activities such as parties, dancing, and special events., A lively celebration or period of joyful activity..

The phonetic transcription of "merrymaking" is /ˈmerimeɪkɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈmerimeɪkɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "merrymaking": revelry, carousal, jollification.

Example usage of "merrymaking": "The village was filled with merrymaking.". More examples on the page.