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gay and hearty

Slang Cockney rhyming slang · East London

a party


SIMPLE

The neighbors are having a gay and hearty tonight.

CONTEXTUAL

Everyone was laughing and dancing at the gay and hearty in the garden.

COMPLEX

The old house echoed with music and laughter as the guests enjoyed a truly gay and hearty until the early morning hours.


Describing how a social get-together should be.


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  1. 01

    house cooling party

    A party to celebrate when a person decides to leave a house or flat, and sometimes to help prepare the space for the incoming residents.

  2. 02

    late to the party

    Late in taking an action or adopting an idea.

  3. 03

    let's get the party started

    Let's go; let's get this done; let's start more intense action.

  4. 04

    life and soul of the party

    Synonym of life of the party.

  5. 05

    life of the party

    A person who participates in entertainment events in a very enthusiastic manner and who has a leading role in inspiring others to join in the spirit of festivity.

  6. 06

    necktie party

    An execution by hanging, especially a lynching.

  7. 07

    no fun at parties

    boring or pedantic

  8. 08

    party animal

    A person known for frequent, enthusiastic attendance at parties, especially one whose partying behavior is exuberant or excessive.

Last updated June 7, 2026