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house party

–noun
1. the entertainment of guests for one or more nights at one's home, a fraternity or sorority house, etc.
2. the guests at such an affair or party: The house party goes sailing today.
Also, houseparty.


Origin:
1875–80
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house party  
n.  
  1. A party at which guests stay overnight or for several days in a residence, such as the home of the one giving the party.

  2. The guests at such a party.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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