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单词 clambake
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clambake

noun

clam·​bake ˈklam-ˌbāk How to pronounce clambake (audio)
1
a
: an outdoor party
especially : a seashore outing where food is usually cooked on heated rocks covered by seaweed
b
: the food served at a clambake
2
: a gathering characterized by noisy sociability
especially : a political rally

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Host a classic clambake with McGrath Clambakes & Catering, a full-service catering company with more than 50 years of experience. Sam Dangremond, Town & Country, 18 June 2022 The clambake is at the Broadview Heights City Complex, 9432 Broadview Road at the Service Center. Shirley Macfarland, cleveland, 9 Sep. 2021 Approach your next soiree, barbecue or clambake armed with the following fascinating facts and let the conversation flow and sparkle from there, Algonquin Round Table style. WSJ, 3 June 2022 The conflict is set off at a New England clambake by two rivals for a beautiful woman and rips the city apart. Sean Woods, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2022 The oysters are the star, but other dining options include a summer clambake and lobster rolls. Jennifer Billock, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Feb. 2022 The resulting party — a clambake on a Hamptons beach — was such a resounding success that Mr. Cuomo decided Ms. Gollust should work for him. New York Times, 15 Feb. 2022 One night, at the communal clambake, some of the Porters questioned her about her experiences. Jamie Hood, Vulture, 15 Dec. 2021 The parish is planning a yearlong celebration, starting with a kickoff Mass and clambake Oct. 16 on the front lawn of Lakewood Catholic Academy, 14808 Lake Ave., Lakewood. Carol Kovach, cleveland, 5 Oct. 2021 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

clambake

noun

clam·​bake ˈklam-ˌbāk How to pronounce clambake (audio)
: an outdoor party where clams and other foods are cooked usually on heated rocks covered by seaweed

clambake

noun

as in soiree

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • soiree
  • supper
  • shindig
  • masquerade
  • tea
  • soirée
  • fete
  • symposium
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  • kegger
  • housewarming
  • shower
  • cocktail party
  • blowout
  • klatch
  • reception
  • mixer
  • stag
  • social
  • icebreaker
  • tea party
  • bash
  • get-together
  • salon
  • fête
  • house party
  • keg party
  • event
  • affair
  • dance
  • benefit
  • fund-raiser
  • party
  • prom
  • meet and greet
  • blast
  • gala
  • function
  • celebration
  • formal
  • kaffeeklatsch
  • hen party
  • do
  • klatsch
  • ball
  • binge
  • bacchanal
  • orgy
  • bacchanalia
  • saturnalia
  • occasion
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