Learn English – Bridal shower and Baby shower, what does that even mean

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A few years ago I hosted a bridal shower at your restaurant and it was fantastic! I'm going to be hosting a baby shower in September and would love to have it at Jane's!

What does bridal shower and baby shower mean in this context?

Best Answer

The word shower is quite commonly used in North America.

shower (North American English) -a party at which you give presents to a woman who is getting married or having a baby.

In particular,

baby shower - a party given for a woman who is going to have a baby, at which her friends give her presents for the baby.
bridal shower - a party for a woman who will soon be getting married, at which she receives presents

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