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parties

n.
US //ˈpɑɹtiz// UK //pˈɑːtɪz// par·ties
  1. 1 social gatherings (n.)
    A2 Elementary

    social events where people eat, drink, and have fun together.

    plural of 'party' referring to social gatherings for celebration or entertainment.

    Example

    They hosted several parties during the summer to meet their new neighbours.

    Example

    The university administration decided to limit the number of outdoor parties held on campus during the final exam period.
  2. 2 political groups (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    organised groups of people with similar political aims who try to get elected.

    plural of 'party' referring to formal political organisations that seek to influence or control government policy.

    Example

    Representatives from both political parties met to discuss the new law.

    Example

    In many parliamentary systems, smaller parties must form a coalition to achieve a governing majority.
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  1. 3 legal participants (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Formal Technical Law

    the people or groups involved in a legal case or a business contract.

    plural of 'party' referring to the individuals, corporations, or entities involved in a legal proceeding or agreement.

    Example

    Both parties signed the contract after agreeing on the final price.

    Example

    The judge ordered all parties involved in the dispute to attend a mediation session before the trial began.
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