: an informal or semiformal party or gathering at which cocktails are served
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Inventive in form, Once Upon a Time in Harlem is shaped around a cocktail party Greaves hosted at Duke Ellington’s home in Harlem.—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026 There are also a slew of events throughout the week including hat shaping, boot shines, the introduction of influencer John Mark’s ribbon line, cocktail parties and tailgates.—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026 This party kit is perfect for a Galentine’s Day cocktail party with your friends.—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026 Didn't have a lot of time, just a couple cocktail parties really.—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cocktail party