Dictionary - Club
Club
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Pronunciation
UK: /klʌb/
US: /klʌb/
Definitions
- A group of people with a common interest.
- A place for social gatherings or entertainment.
- A blunt weapon used for striking.
- A suit in a deck of playing cards.
- To hit with a club (verb).
Usage Examples
- She joined the chess club at school.
- They went to a jazz club last night.
- The caveman wielded a wooden club.
- He was dealt a hand with three clubs.
- They clubbed together to buy a gift.
Etymology
Derived from Old Norse "klubba," meaning a heavy stick.
Synonyms
- Association
- Society
- Organization
- Bat
- Mace
Antonyms
- Disorganization
- Isolation
Translations
| Language |
Translation |
Pronunciation |
| Spanish | Club | /kluβ/ |
| French | Club | /klyb/ |
| German | Club | /klʊp/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 俱乐部 | /jùlèbù/ |
| Hindi | क्लब | /kləb/ |
| Arabic | نادي | /nādi/ |
| Russian | Клуб | /klup/ |
| Japanese | クラブ | /kurabu/ |
| Korean | 클럽 | /keulleob/ |
| Portuguese | Clube | /klubi/ |
| Italian | Club | /klʊb/ |
| Turkish | Kulüp | /kulyp/ |
| Greek | Λέσχη | /lésxi/ |
| Bengali | ক্লাব | /klæb/ |
| Punjabi | ਕਲੱਬ | /kaləb/ |
| Marathi | क्लब | /kləb/ |
| Tamil | கிளப் | /kilap/ |
| Telugu | క్లబ్ | /klab/ |
| Malayalam | ക്ലബ് | /kləb/ |
| Kannada | ಕ್ಲಬ್ | /kləb/ |
Regional Pronunciations
- British English: /klʌb/
- American English: /klʌb/
- Australian English: /klʌb/
- Indian English: /kləb/
Historical Usage
The term "club" has been in use since the 14th century, originally referring to a heavy stick used for striking. By the 17th century, it evolved to mean an association of people with shared interests.
Cultural Nuances
The meaning of "club" varies across cultures. In Western countries, it often refers to social organizations or nightclubs. In some Asian cultures, "club" is more associated with academic or professional groups.
More Information
The word "club" appears in various contexts, including sports clubs, private member clubs, and entertainment venues. In literature, it is often associated with exclusive societies. The idea of a "gentlemen’s club" originated in 18th-century England, whereas modern "nightclubs" became popular in the 20th century.