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hangout

[ hang-out ]

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noun

Informal.

a place where people gather for casual socializing or recreation:
The pub is an ultracasual hangout, mostly frequented by undergraduates from the local university.
a place that a person frequently visits, especially for socializing or recreation:
The record store was one of my favorite neighborhood hangouts when I was a kid.

verb phrase

to lean or be suspended through an opening:
If you hang out the window that far, you're likely to fall right out!
to suspend in open view; display:
Her family hangs out the flag every day, not just on holidays.
Informal. to frequent a particular place, especially in one's free time:
We’ve all got friends who would rather hang out at a bookstore with a glass of wine than go clubbing.
Informal. to linger or loiter somewhere:
We’ve got nothing better to do, so we’ll probably just hang out.
Informal. to spend time with someone:
I’d love the chance to hang out with some like-minded folks.
Informal. to wait, especially briefly:
Hang out a minute while I get my backpack.
Slang. to calm down:
Hang out, Mom, I'm OK.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of hangout¹

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55; noun use of verb phrase hang out

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While he was still a professional mixed martial artist, Young — who owns and teaches classes at Fight Academy Pasadena — organized a casual, potluck-style hangout for car-loving pals outside one of his matches.

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The Grand Charcuterie Celebration is practically designed for a hazy hangout with friends: think artisan cheeses, cured meats, and all the charcuterie essentials.

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His hangout is by the stationary bicycles, where he develops a rapport with Trump’s most craven enablers.

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In November last year, under 13s were banned on the platform from sending direct messages, and also from playing in "hangout experiences" which features chat between players.

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In November last year, under 13s were banned from sending direct messages, and also from playing in "hangout experiences" which features chat between players.

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