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

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

Beyond the merrymaking, he is also facing scandals involving the costly interior decoration of his Downing Street apartment and his ill-fated defense of an ethically challenged Conservative lawmaker.

From New York Times