bachelorette party

noun

: a party for a woman who is about to be married usually attended by women only
Arriving at a second bar where they planned to wind up the night, they found the upper floor occupied by his fiancee, at her own much-rowdier bachelorette party.Nicholas Kulish

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The post sparked a lively discussion in the comments section, with many agreeing that $5,000 is a lot of money to spend on attending someone's bachelorette party. Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 17 Sep. 2024 According to Brides, a bachelorette party could easily cost individuals up to $600 for a three-day celebration; though Nashville Luxury Stay estimates even higher after breaking down the price of accommodations, meals, and activities. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2024 On the weekend of Sept. 28, bride Kayla Donnelly was joined by 10 friends for her bachelorette party in Asheville, N.C. Charna Flam, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024 All About Jonathan Owens The lead-up to the nuptials included a bachelorette party in Belize, a wedding shower in Houston and more festivities in Cabo San Lucas. Nasha Smith, Peoplemag, 17 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for bachelorette party 

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bachelorette party was in 1943

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“Bachelorette party.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bachelorette%20party. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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