Clambake

/ˈklæmbeɪk/
noun

A social gathering at the beach where clams, fish and other foods are cooked and eaten, usually on a layer of heated stones covered by seaweed.

We are hosting a clambake this weekend at the beach.
Visual representation of "clambake" - A social gathering at the beach where clams, fish and other foods are cooked and eaten, usually on a layer of heated stones covered by seaweed.

Often appears as...

  • host a clambake
  • attend a clambake
noun

An event where people discuss something informally.

The team had a clambake to discuss the new marketing ideas.
Visual representation of "clambake" - An event where people discuss something informally.

Often appears as...

  • have a clambake
  • get together for a clambake

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

noun

A social gathering at the beach where clams, fish and other foods are cooked and eaten, usually on a layer of heated stones covered by seaweed.

We are hosting a clambake this weekend at the beach.
Visual representation of "clambake" - A social gathering at the beach where clams, fish and other foods are cooked and eaten, usually on a layer of heated stones covered by seaweed.

Often appears as...

  • host a clambake
  • attend a clambake
noun

An event where people discuss something informally.

The team had a clambake to discuss the new marketing ideas.
Visual representation of "clambake" - An event where people discuss something informally.

Often appears as...

  • have a clambake
  • get together for a clambake

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "clambake"
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Beach Event

A clambake traditionally involves cooking seafood at a beach gathering.

Illustration for Beach Event
The family reunion featured a traditional clambake on the shore.
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Social Gathering

Clambake signifies a communal atmosphere, as people often eat together.

Illustration for Social Gathering
Everyone at the clambake shared stories while enjoying the feast.
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Cultural Activity

Clambakes are part of coastal American culture, especially in New England.

Illustration for Cultural Activity
Visiting New England, I experienced my first authentic clambake.
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Beach Event

A clambake traditionally involves cooking seafood at a beach gathering.

Illustration for Beach Event
The family reunion featured a traditional clambake on the shore.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Social Gathering

Clambake signifies a communal atmosphere, as people often eat together.

Illustration for Social Gathering
Everyone at the clambake shared stories while enjoying the feast.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Activity

Clambakes are part of coastal American culture, especially in New England.

Illustration for Cultural Activity
Visiting New England, I experienced my first authentic clambake.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Beach Event

A clambake traditionally involves cooking seafood at a beach gathering.

Illustration for Beach Event
The family reunion featured a traditional clambake on the shore.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Social Gathering

Clambake signifies a communal atmosphere, as people often eat together.

Illustration for Social Gathering
Everyone at the clambake shared stories while enjoying the feast.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Activity

Clambakes are part of coastal American culture, especially in New England.

Illustration for Cultural Activity
Visiting New England, I experienced my first authentic clambake.
Visual representation of the word "Clambake"

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