orgy
nounA social gathering involving unrestrained indulgence, especially sexual activity and drinking.
nounUncontrolled or immoderate indulgence in an activity.
nounA secret rite in the cults of ancient Greek or Roman deities, typically involving frenzied singing, dancing, drinking, and sexual activity.
nounSecret rites or ceremonies connected with the worship of some of the deities of classical mythology, as the mysteries of Ceres; particularly, the revels at the festivals in honor of Dionysus or Bacchus, or the festival itself, which was celebrated with boisterous songs and dancing (see
Hence A wild or frantic revel; a nocturnal carousal; drunken revelry.
nounSynonyms Revel, Debauch, etc. See
A frantic revel; drunken revelry. See
A sacrifice accompanied by certain ceremonies in honor of some pagan deity; especially, the ceremonies observed by the Greeks and Romans in the worship of Dionysus, or Bacchus, which were characterized by wild and dissolute revelry. Usually in the plural form.
nounWild, drunken, or licentious revelry; an uninhibited carouse.
nounA series of sexual activities involving more than two couples in a group.
