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Club: meaning, definitions and examples

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club

 

[ klʌb ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

nightlife

A place where people gather to socialize, dance, drink, and listen to music. Clubs are usually open late at night and may require a membership or cover charge.

Synonyms

disco, lounge, nightclub

Examples of usage

  • People love to go to the club on weekends to relax and have fun.
  • She invited her friends to join her at the club for a night of dancing.
  • At the club, you can hear the latest hits from popular DJs.
Context #2 | Noun

sport

An organization or group of people who come together to participate in a shared activity or interest, such as a sports club or book club.

Synonyms

association, group, society

Examples of usage

  • He joined the tennis club to improve his skills and meet new people.
  • The photography club meets every month to share tips and showcase their work.
Context #3 | Verb

hitting

To strike or hit with a heavy blow or object, often causing injury or damage.

Synonyms

beat, hit, strike

Examples of usage

  • He clubbed the ball with all his strength, sending it flying across the field.
  • The criminal clubbed his victim in a brutal attack.

Translations

Translations of the word "club" in other languages:

🇵🇹 clube

🇮🇳 क्लब

🇩🇪 Club

🇮🇩 klub

🇺🇦 клуб

🇵🇱 klub

🇯🇵 クラブ

🇫🇷 club

🇪🇸 club

🇹🇷 kulüp

🇰🇷 클럽

🇸🇦 نادي

🇨🇿 klub

🇸🇰 klub

🇨🇳 俱乐部

🇸🇮 klub

🇮🇸 klúbbur

🇰🇿 клуб

🇬🇪 კლუბი

🇦🇿 klub

🇲🇽 club

Etymology

The word 'club' originated from the late Middle English word 'clubbe' which means a heavy stick used as a weapon. Over time, the meaning evolved to include a group of people gathering for a common purpose. Clubs have played a significant role in social, cultural, and recreational activities throughout history, providing a space for people to connect and engage in shared interests.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,098, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.