merrymaking
noun
mer·ry·mak·ing
ˈmer-ē-ˌmā-kiŋ 
1
: gay or festive activity : conviviality
2
: a convivial occasion : festivity
Examples of merrymaking in a Sentence
Christmas Eve is always an occasion of much merrymaking at our home.
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The merrymaking vibes are cemented with a glowing carousel, nativity scenes (belénes), and loads of handcrafted ornaments and gifts to choose from.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2025
Their everlasting merrymaking might seem warm and fuzzy at first glance, but in truth, there is a gloomy undercurrent to their existence, hiding just beneath the surface.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 25 May 2025
Alternatively, the Perry Lane Hotel, as well as the brand-new, Ann Savannah, will put you in the heart of the merrymaking.
—Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2025
In fact, ancient Romans celebrated the day with a fertility festival with animal sacrifices and drunken merrymaking.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2025
Their everlasting merrymaking might seem warm and fuzzy at first glance, but in truth, there is a gloomy undercurrent to their existence, hiding just beneath the surface.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 25 May 2025
Alternatively, the Perry Lane Hotel, as well as the brand-new, Ann Savannah, will put you in the heart of the merrymaking.
—Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2025
In fact, ancient Romans celebrated the day with a fertility festival with animal sacrifices and drunken merrymaking.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for merrymaking
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“Merrymaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/merrymaking. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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merrymaking
noun
mer·ry·mak·ing
ˈmer-ē-ˌmā-kiŋ
1
: festive activity : merriment
2
: a festive occasion
merrymaker
noun
-kər
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