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Potluck: meaning, definitions and examples

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potluck

 

[ หˆpษ’t.lสŒk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

event gathering

A potluck is a gathering or event where each guest contributes a dish of food, which is shared among all attendees. These events are often informal and can be used to celebrate various occasions, providing an opportunity for communal dining and socializing.

Synonyms

bring-a-dish gathering, community meal, shared meal

Examples of usage

  • We're having a potluck at our house this Saturday.
  • Make sure to bring enough food to the potluck for everyone.
  • She loves attending potlucks because she gets to try many different dishes.

Translations

Translations of the word "potluck" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‰เคŸเคฒเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ potluck

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพั‚ะปะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒƒใƒˆใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท potluck

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ potluck

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌํ‹€๋Ÿญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆุชู„ุงูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ potluck

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ potluck

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่š้ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพั‚ะปะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒขแƒšแƒแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ potluck

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ potluck

Etymology

The term 'potluck' has its origins in the early 16th century, derived from the combination of the words 'pot' and 'luck'. 'Pot' refers to the cooking vessel, and 'luck' refers to the fortune of what might be in that pot. Initially, in early English usage, it described a situation wherein a guest would be provided with whatever food was available at a host's table. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe a social gathering where each attendee contributes a dish, showcasing the diversity and abundance of communal dining. This shift reflects a cultural movement towards shared experiences and collaboration in food preparation. The potluck as a concept has gained popularity across many cultures, particularly in North America, serving as a beloved tradition for gatherings among friends, family, and community members.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,905 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.