Gatecrasher: meaning, definitions and examples
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gatecrasher
[ ˈɡeɪtˌkræʃər ]
event entry
A gatecrasher is someone who attends a party or event without an invitation. Gatecrashers are often uninvited guests who may appear unannounced, disrupting the planned guest list. Such individuals can be seen as both a nuisance and a source of excitement, depending on the hosts. The term often carries a negative connotation, implying a breach of social etiquette. In some cases, gatecrashers may look for free food, drinks, or entertainment.
Synonyms
interloper, intruder, trespasser, uninvited guest
Examples of usage
- The wedding was full of gatecrashers who didn't even know the couple.
- We had to check the guest list to see if anyone was a gatecrasher.
- The party was ruined by a group of rowdy gatecrashers.
- I couldn't believe the number of gatecrashers at the exclusive event.
Translations
Translations of the word "gatecrasher" in other languages:
🇵🇹 infiltrador
🇮🇳 गेटक्रैशर
🇩🇪 Türenknacker
🇮🇩 penyusup
🇺🇦 незваний гість
🇵🇱 włamywacz
🇯🇵 ゲートクラッシャー
🇫🇷 intrus
🇪🇸 infiltrador
🇹🇷 izinsiz giren
🇰🇷 게이트 크래셔
🇸🇦 دخيل
🇨🇿 nepozvaný host
🇸🇰 nepozvaný hosť
🇨🇳 闯入者
🇸🇮 nepridobljen gost
🇮🇸 óboðaður gestur
🇰🇿 шақырылмаған қонақ
🇬🇪 არასასურველი სტუმარი
🇦🇿 daxil olan
🇲🇽 infiltrador
Etymology
The term 'gatecrasher' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century. It is a combination of the words 'gate' and 'crash,' where 'gate' refers to the entryway to a venue and 'crash' means to enter in an uninvited manner. The concept of uninvited guests gatecrashing events has existed for many years, but the specific term began to gain popularity in social contexts surrounding parties and gatherings. Over the decades, the idea of a gatecrasher has evolved, reflecting changes in social norms and the nature of public events. Today, gatecrashers are often depicted in media and pop culture as individuals who seek opportunities for fun without regard for social conventions.