merrymaking

American  

[mer-ee-mey-king] / ˈmɛr iˌmeɪ kɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of taking part gaily or enthusiastically in some festive or merry celebration.

2. a merry festivity; revel.

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adjective

1. producing mirth; happy; festive.

merrymaking British  

/ ˈmɛrɪˌmeɪkɪŋ /

noun

1. fun, revelry, or festivity

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Other Word Forms

• merrymaker noun

Etymology

Origin of merrymaking

First recorded in 1705–15; merry + making

Example Sentences

But this is a gift guide for you, our readers, and is written with revelry — meaning merrymaking, noisy partying, dancing until the lights come up — in mind.

From Los Angeles Times

In big cities, the merrymaking involving the playful splashing of water took place at designated high-security pavilions.

From Washington Times

Late Saturday, Buckingham Palace announced details of a three-day merrymaking jamboree that will rival Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee last June.

From New York Times

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters on Thursday that Mr. Biden was returning to Washington to attend White House meetings and participate in holiday merrymaking before flying back at 8:55 p.m.

From Washington Times

She added that people were so exhausted and there was no "merrymaking".

From BBC