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Synonyms & Similar Words
socialize
mingle
associate
interact
congregate
gather
meet
fraternize
consort
commune
coexist
dwell
reside
stay
remain
loiter
linger
lounge
idle
relax
unwind
spend time
pass time
kill time
while away
chat
converse
talk
discuss
engage
participate
join
attend
visit
see
be with
keep company
date
court
entertain
amuse
divert
hang around
chill
chill out
take it easy
Meaning of Hang Out
The primary meaning of "Hang Out" is to spend time in a relaxed and informal way, often with friends or in a particular place.
Definitions
- To spend time in a particular place or with particular people, especially in a relaxed or informal way
- * To be or remain in a place, especially for a short time
- * To pass or spend time in a particular way, especially in a relaxed or enjoyable manner
Etymology of Hang Out
The phrase "Hang Out" originated in the mid-17th century, initially meaning "to suspend or be suspended" and later evolving to include the sense of spending time in a particular place or with particular people
The modern usage of "Hang Out" as a slang expression emerged in the mid-20th century, particularly in American English, to describe socializing or passing time in a relaxed manner
Example Uses
- I'm going to hang out with my friends at the park this weekend
- * She likes to hang out at the beach and watch the sunset
- * They decided to hang out at home and watch a movie instead of going out