Gatecrash: meaning, definitions and examples
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gatecrash
[ ˈɡeɪtˌkræʃ ]
event crashing
To gatecrash means to enter an event, such as a party or a concert, without an invitation or ticket. This act is generally viewed as rude and inappropriate, as it disregards the social norms and rules that dictate who is permitted to attend. People may gatecrash for various reasons, including a desire for free entertainment or to socialize with others. While some might see it as harmless fun, it can lead to potential conflicts or consequences if the host is unhappy with uninvited guests.
Synonyms
interlope, intrude, invade, trespass
Examples of usage
- She decided to gatecrash the wedding for fun.
- The teenagers planned to gatecrash the music festival.
- He was caught trying to gatecrash the exclusive party.
- They were not on the guest list, but they still attempted to gatecrash.
- We were so curious about the event that we ended up gatecrashing.
Translations
Translations of the word "gatecrash" in other languages:
🇵🇹 infiltrar-se
🇮🇳 बिना निमंत्रण प्रवेश करना
🇩🇪 unerlaubt betreten
🇮🇩 masuk tanpa izin
🇺🇦 заходити без запрошення
🇵🇱 włamać się
🇯🇵 無断で入る
🇫🇷 entrer sans invitation
🇪🇸 entrar sin invitación
🇹🇷 izinsiz girmek
🇰🇷 무단 침입하다
🇸🇦 الدخول دون دعوة
🇨🇿 vniknout
🇸🇰 vniknúť
🇨🇳 擅自进入
🇸🇮 vstopiti brez povabila
🇮🇸 komast inn án boðs
🇰🇿 рұқсатсыз кіру
🇬🇪 შეიჭრა
🇦🇿 icazəsiz daxil olmaq
🇲🇽 entrar sin invitación
Etymology
The word 'gatecrash' originated in the early 20th century, with its earliest known usage dating back to the 1920s. The term is a compound of 'gate,' which refers to an entrance, and 'crash,' which means to forcefully enter or intrude upon. Originally, it described the act of forcing one's way into an event that was meant to be exclusive or invitation-only. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a range of uninvited entries to social events, from casual parties to larger gatherings. The concept plays into societal norms around hospitality and the importance of invitations, highlighting how gatecrashing is seen as a breach of etiquette. As social dynamics have changed over the decades, so too has the perception of gatecrashing; for some, it has become a playful act of rebellion, while for others, it remains a serious social faux pas.