Definition of cocktail party
: an informal or semiformal party or gathering at which cocktails are served
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The allegation that the Trump family charities are glorified money-laundering schemes that exist mostly so the Trump family can talk about them at cocktail parties is not a new one.
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The cocktail party introduces the Colton Drama, which is rich.
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Chanel, to be exact—to take part in the French fashion house’s cocktail party and dinner to celebrate the efforts of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).
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To be clear, the kick-off party and Cerise cocktail party are two different events, and each requires its own RSVP.
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Arie decides to cancel the cocktail party and head straight into the ceremony because he’s already made up his mind.
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What follows are a series of cocktail parties and formal dinners.
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Their first sales event was a cocktail party hosted by Ms. Vernon.
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In line with her wishes, her friends plan to remember her with a cocktail party rather than a funeral service.
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First Known Use of cocktail party
1928
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Definition of cocktail party for English Language Learners
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: a usually formal party at which alcoholic drinks are served
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