merrymaking

[ mer-ee-mey-king ]

noun

1. the act of taking part gaily or enthusiastically in some festive or merry celebration.
2. a merry festivity; revel.

adjective

1. producing mirth; happy; festive.

merrymaking

/ ˈmɛrɪˌmeɪkɪŋ /

noun

1. fun, revelry, or festivity

Derived Forms

• ˈmerryˌmaker, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of merrymaking¹

First recorded in 1705–15; merry + making

Example Sentences

We dived into a lurid, crowded cavern that echoed with some dismal merrymaking of string and drum.

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Abby meant to enjoy them, and invited all her relatives to a time of general feasting and merrymaking.

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In this incessant merrymaking the people soon forgot their astonishment at the sudden disappearance of the bride.

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I thought I heard the sound of noisy merrymaking,—with music as if many were dancing.

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The people themselves would probably prefer to have their merrymaking to themselves.

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