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potluck

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Noun — A shared meal where each guest brings a dish to contribute.

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Etymology

From pot plus luck — originally referring to whatever food happened to be in the cooking pot for unexpected guests.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “potluck” mean?

The word “potluck” means a shared meal where each guest brings a dish to contribute. In plain terms, a meal where everyone brings a dish, or more generally, taking whatever's available.

How do you pronounce “potluck”?

“Potluck” is pronounced pot-LUHK (/ˈpɑtˌlʌk/ in IPA).

How do you use “potluck” in a sentence?

Here is “potluck” used in a sentence: “We're having a potluck for the office party — bring your favorite dish.”

What part of speech is “potluck”?

“Potluck” is a noun.

How many meanings does “potluck” have?

“Potluck” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a shared meal where each guest brings a dish to contribute.

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