Definition

A group of four people or things, often referring to two couples or a team in a game.

Example

We played a foursome in golf this weekend.

Conversation

Are you free this weekend to join our foursome for golf?

That sounds fun! Who else is playing with us?

It will be me, Sarah, and Tom as the other two in the foursome.

Great! I can't wait to hit the course with everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Foursome** → It is formed from "four" (from Old English *feower*, meaning the number four) and "-some" (meaning characterized by or having the quality of). The word "foursome" refers to a group or set of four people or things.

Memory Tip

Think of the number 'four' and remember that 'foursome' means a group characterized by four.

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