baby shower
A party celebrating the pending or recent birth of a child, involving guests giving gifts (typically babycare items) to the parent(s).
Pronunciation
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Noun
- A party celebrating the pending or recent birth of a child, involving guests giving gifts (typically babycare items) to the parent(s).
Origin
From baby + shower (in the sense of being showered with gifts), perhaps influenced by bridal shower.