afterparty

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Definitions of afterparty word

countable noun afterparty An afterparty is a small party held after a larger event, to which only a small group of guests is invited. 3
noun afterparty a small party held after a larger event, such as a pop concert or film première, to which only a select group of guests is invited 3
noun plural afterparty a usually exclusive party that takes place after a performance or other event or after the main party: The screening of the premiere was followed by an afterparty. 1
noun afterparty A party that happens after an official, often public, party or event. 1

before 1940

One of the 7% newest English words

First recorded in 1940-45; after + party

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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