Pronunciation

/klʌb/

Definitions

Noun

• Club: A social organization, often with a specific purpose or interest, where members gather for activities, meetings, or events. For example: “The book club meets every month to discuss their latest read.”
• Social Club: A group of people who come together for leisure, networking, or shared hobbies. For example: “The golf club is known for its picturesque course and friendly atmosphere.”
• Sports Club: An organization that focuses on a particular sport, providing facilities and teams for its members. For example: “He joined the local tennis club to improve his game.”

Verb

• To belong to a club: To be a member of a particular organization. For example: “She belongs to several clubs at university, including the debate club and the chess club.”
• To join a club: To become a member of a group. For example: “He decided to join the astronomy club to learn more about space.”

Noun (informal)

• Clubbing: Going out to nightclubs for entertainment, typically dancing and socializing. For example: “Saturday nights are usually spent clubbing with friends.”

Phrases

• “Join a club” means to enroll or participate in a group.
• “Club membership” refers to the status of being a member of a club.
• “Club benefits” are privileges offered to club members.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She enjoys attending the literary club’s monthly discussions.”
• Verb: “He signed up for the cycling club to stay fit.”
• Informal Noun: “We went clubbing last Friday and had a great time.”

Synonyms

• Society
• Association
• Organization
• Group
• Ensemble
• Fraternity
• Sorority
• Institution

Note: The informal usage of “clubbing” as a noun is not considered a part of standard English, but it is widely recognized in certain contexts, particularly referring to nightlife.