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event-goer

|e-vent-go-er|

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/ɪˈvɛnt ˌɡoʊər/

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/ɪˈvɛnt ˌɡəʊə/

attendee of events

Etymology
Etymology Information

'event-goer' is a compound word formed from 'event' and 'goer'. 'Event' originates from Latin 'eventus', meaning 'outcome', and 'goer' is derived from the Old English 'gān', meaning 'to go'.

Historical Evolution

'Event' evolved from the Latin 'eventus' through Old French 'event', while 'goer' comes from the Old English 'gān'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'event' referred to an outcome or result, but now it commonly refers to a planned public or social occasion.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who attends events, such as concerts, festivals, or conferences.

The event-goer was excited to see their favorite band perform live.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41