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shindig


shin·dig

noun \ˈshin-ˌdig\

Definition of SHINDIG

1
a : a social gathering with dancing b : a usually large or lavish party
2
: shindy 2

Examples of SHINDIG

  1. <we're hosting a little shindig this weekend for some friends>

Origin of SHINDIG

probably alteration of shindy
First Known Use: 1842

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