A social gathering or festival at which ale drinking forms an important part of the celebrations. Frequently as the second element in compounds…

Diversion or merry-making of which such dances formed a leading feature. Obsolete.

A formal social gathering at which a meal, usually of multiple courses, is served; (now typically) a formal meal held (often in the evening) in…

figurative and in extended use (now chiefly North American). Any meal, meeting, or other gathering that fosters fellowship or goodwill between…

(a) a social gathering for family members; (b) a group consisting of members of the same family.

English regional (south-eastern). A social gathering or festival at which ale is drunk; = ale, n. 2. Now historical and rare.

A social gathering or organized event at which sausages are served.

an informal social gathering organized by the members of a church.

an event which provides fun for attendees; (hence) something characterized, sometimes ironically, as being full of fun.

North American colloquial. A social gathering designed to enable people to get to know one another.

A gathering at which people are encouraged to express feelings of friendship and physical attraction; such an event used as a form of social protest.

U.S. regional (Alaska). A social gathering involving a communal meal, esp. one to which participants bring home-made dishes.

An instance of tying or mooring together small boats; a social gathering centred around boats tied up in this way.

An afternoon spent making objects by hand, esp. practical or decorative items for use in the home; a social gathering or event of this type.

A gathering of geeks (geek, n. compounds), esp. one devoted to technical discussions; a single ongoing activity that is particularly appealing to…