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merrymaking definition
merry·making (-māk′iŋ)
noun
- a making merry, laughing, and having fun; conviviality; festivity
- a joyous festival or entertainment
adjective
taking part in merrymaking
Related Forms:
- merrymaker mer′ry·mak′er noun
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merrymaking Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- general: In the Middle Ages the Common was the site for jousting tournaments, archery competitions, fetes and general merrymaking.
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