sleepover

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Definition:

A sleepover is a noun that refers to an occasion when someone spends the night at another person's home. This is often done as a fun activity for children or teenagers, where friends gather to enjoy activities together, such as games, movies, or snacks.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "sleepover" when you want to talk about a night spent at a friend's house or when a friend stays over at your house.
• It is commonly associated with children and teenagers, but adults can also have sleepovers, though they may call them different names like "get-together" or "overnight visit."

Examples:

1. "I am having a sleepover at my house this weekend with my friends."
2. "Last night, my best friend had a sleepover, and we stayed up late watching movies."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "sleepover" can refer to organized events, like “sleepover camps,” where groups of children stay overnight for activities.

Word Variants:

• Sleepover (noun): the event itself.
• Sleepover (verb): While it's less common, you might hear someone say, "Can I sleepover at your house tonight?"

Different Meaning:

In general usage, "sleepover" specifically refers to the occasion of spending the night. It doesn't typically have other meanings outside of this context.

Synonyms:

• Overnight stay
• Pajama party
• Sleepout (though this can sometimes mean camping outside)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly use the word "sleepover." However, you can create phrases like: - "Stay over" – to spend the night at someone else’s home. - "Crash at someone's place" – a more casual way of saying you will stay over, often used by adults.

Summary:

A sleepover is a fun and social event where friends gather to spend the night at someone's house. It’s typically associated with children and teenagers and involves activities like watching movies, playing games, and enjoying snacks.

Academic

Noun

1. an occasion of spending a night away from home or having a guest spend the night in your home (especially as a party for children)