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merrymaking

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mer⋅ry⋅mak⋅ing

  [mer-ee-mey-king]
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–noun
1. the act of taking part gaily or enthusiastically in some festive or merry celebration.
2. a merry festivity; revel.
–adjective
3. producing mirth; happy; festive.
Origin:
1705–15; merry + making
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mer·ry·mak·ing   (měr'ē-mā'kĭng)   
n.  

  1. Participation in festive activities.

    1. A festivity; a revelry.

    2. Festive activities.

mer'ry·mak'er n.
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