private parts
Americanplural noun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of private parts
First recorded in 1765–75
Example Sentences
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The memes flowed like beer at a tailgate party, with Swifties eagerly sharing rules of the sport to fellow newcomers.
From BBC • Oct. 1, 2023
The tailgate party in Inglewood hosted by Power Radio Nation is a chance for fans to mingle before the concert.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2023
If the team agrees, the 68’s would “throw another tailgate party to celebrate our love for Oakland, and Rob Manfred can count on an ‘above average’ MLB attendance,’” the group said in a statement.
From Washington Times • Jun. 23, 2023
The atmosphere was celebratory, even carnivalesque, perhaps like a tailgate party preceding an American football game.
From Salon • Sep. 7, 2022
In Pittsburgh, you can barely cross the street without passing a stadium or a football fan or a tailgate party.
From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle
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