Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sleep-over
noun
/ˈsliːpˌoʊvər/
Definition
A social event where guests stay overnight at a host’s home.
Examples
- They planned a sleep-over for their friend’s birthday party.
- At the sleep-over, they played games and watched movies late into the night.
- My daughter invited several friends for a sleep-over last weekend.
Meaning
Sleep-over refers to a gathering, usually involving children or teenagers, where friends visit and stay overnight at someone else’s house for fun or socializing.
Synonyms
- slumber party
- overnight stay
- sleeping party