noun
Other Word Forms
- merrymaker noun
Etymology
Origin of merrymaking
Example Sentences
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Not to be left out of any of the merrymaking, the monkeys gathered around us, screeching and chattering.
From Literature
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
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