drinking song

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drinking song

A group of friends sings a drinking song around a campfire.

Definition

Noun: A song that celebrates the pleasures of drinking alcohol, typically characterized by a lively, communal, and often repetitive melody and lyrics. It is traditionally sung by groups of people during social gatherings centered around drinking.

Examples of Usage
  • The group of friends gathered around the table, belting out a hearty drinking song.
  • Many traditional Irish pubs are known for their lively atmosphere and classic drinking songs.
  • He led the crowd in a rousing drinking song that everyone seemed to know.
Advanced Usage
  • Cultural Tradition: In some cultures, a drinking song is an integral part of social bonding and celebration, often passed down through generations.
  • Genre Characteristics: Drinking songs often feature simple, catchy choruses designed for easy participation, even by those who are inebriated.
Variants and Related Words
  • Drinking: (n) The act of consuming a liquid, especially alcohol. (v) To consume a liquid.
  • Song: (n) A short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung.
  • Tavern Song: (n) A song sung in a tavern or pub, often synonymous with a drinking song.
  • Chanty/Shanty: (n) A rhythmic work song sung by sailors, which sometimes shares the communal singing aspect but is distinct in purpose from a drinking song.
Synonyms
  • Toast song: A song sung while making a toast with drinks.
  • Bacchanalian song: A song relating to riotous or drunken festivity (from Bacchus, the Roman god of wine).
  • Convivial song: A song suited to a festive social atmosphere.
Related Phrases
  • To raise a glass: To lift one's drink, often before a toast or while singing.
  • To sing along: To join in singing a song, a common activity with drinking songs.
Related Idioms
  • "For he's a jolly good fellow": This is a very common tune used for toasting and celebration in English-speaking countries, often functioning as a simple drinking song.
  • "Ninety-nine bottles of beer on the wall": A repetitive, countdown-style song often sung on long trips or in social settings, which has the character of a drinking song.
drinking song

A group of friends sings a drinking song around a campfire.

Noun
  1. a song celebrating the joys of drinking; sung at drinking parties