Meanings
US slang. Earliest known use 1884. Various theories include the red from bonfires, the heat from over-stoked paddle-wheel boilers, and town demarcation lines in the Wild West. A British claim attributing it to the actions of the Third Marquess of Waterford predates the first known use by decades.
To party or celebrate in a rowdy, wild manner, especially in a public place.
Example: "It was the end of term and students decided to celebrate by painting the town red."
Example Sentences
1
After winning the championship, the team went out to paint the town red.
2
It's my birthday, let's gather our friends and paint the town red!
3
They decided to paint the town red on New Year's Eve.
4
We're going to paint the town red this weekend to celebrate our graduation.
5
After their big promotion, they wanted to paint the town red and have a good time.
