CEFR B1

wedding party

noun phrase

Meaning

A social gathering held to celebrate a marriage, typically after the ceremony, with food, drinks, music, and dancing. It can also refer to the group of people who stand with the couple during the ceremony, such as bridesmaids and groomsmen.

Examples

The wedding party was held at a beautiful beachfront resort.
We danced all night at the wedding party.

Synonyms: reception, bridal party, nuptial celebration, marriage celebration

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wedding party (B1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛdɪŋ ˈpɑːrti/

Definition

Examples

The wedding party was held at a beautiful beachfront resort.
We danced all night at the wedding party.
The wedding party included the bride, groom, bridesmaids, and groomsmen.

How to Use wedding party

have a wedding party (collocation): to host or attend a wedding celebration — "They had a large wedding party at a hotel."
wedding party members (collocation): the people in the bridal group — "All wedding party members received gifts from the couple."
join the wedding party (collocation): to become part of the bridal group — "She was asked to join the wedding party as a bridesmaid."

Synonyms of wedding party

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