Definition

Noun: A social gathering, typically for young people (especially girls), where participants spend the night at a host's home, often wearing sleepwear, engaging in activities like talking, watching movies, and playing games.

Usage

A "slumber party" is a specific type of social event. It is used to describe the event itself. - My daughter is excited about her first slumber party this weekend. - We watched three horror movies at the slumber party.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metaphorically to describe any late-night gathering with a relaxed, intimate atmosphere among friends, even if no one actually sleeps.
  • After the concert, my roommates and I had an impromptu slumber party in the living room.

Variants and Related Words

• Sleepover: A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "slumber party." Some may consider "sleepover" slightly more general, while "slumber party" can imply more planned activities.
• Pajama party: Another synonym, emphasizing the wearing of nightclothes.

Synonyms

Overnight party, sleepover, pajama party.

Related Phrases

• To have a slumber party: The common verb phrase used to describe hosting or attending this event.
  • Can I have a slumber party for my birthday?
• Slumber party games/activities: Refers to typical pastimes at such an event.
  • Truth or Dare is a classic slumber party game.

Noun

1. an overnight party of girls who dress in nightclothes and pass the night talking