Definition

A party or celebration that is held to welcome someone into a new home.

Example

We are having a housewarming this weekend to celebrate our new apartment.

Conversation

Are you planning to go to Sarah's housewarming party this weekend?

Absolutely! I wouldn't miss it for the world.

I heard she has a really nice place now; the housewarming should be fun.

Yeah, it's always great to celebrate a new home with friends.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Housewarming is formed from "house" (from Old English "hus", meaning a dwelling or shelter) and "warming" (from the verb "warm", meaning to make warm). The word refers to a gathering held to celebrate the warmth and comfort of a new home.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'house' as a 'dwelling' and 'warming' as making it cozy — that's why housewarming is a celebration of making a new home warm and inviting.

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