Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

paint the town red

idiom
/peɪnt ðə taʊn rɛd/
Definition
To go out and enjoy oneself flamboyantly, often to celebrate something.
Examples
  • After finishing her exams, she decided to paint the town red with her friends.
  • They planned to paint the town red after the successful launch of their new product.
Meaning
The phrase ‘paint the town red’ means to have an exciting, lively night out filled with fun and festivities.
Synonyms
  • celebrate
  • party
  • have a blast
  • live it up