First Known Use: 1842
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shindig
noun shin·dig \ˈshin-ˌdig\
: a big party
Full Definition of SHINDIG
1
a : a social gathering with dancing b : a usually large or lavish party
2
: shindy 2
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Origin of SHINDIG
probably alteration of shindy
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