Do

Do

/duː/ /duː/
Noun General

A party or social gathering

Example Sentences

"Are you going to the do tonight?"
"We're having a do for her birthday."

Etymology & History

See earlier entry. British party, hairstyle, or cheat. Versatile British word.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal

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