coming-out party
[/ˈkʌmɪŋ aʊt ˈpɑːrti/]
nounpl: coming-out parties
baile de debutante / festa de apresentação em sociedade
1. A formal social event, traditionally held for young women of upper-class families, to introduce them to society and the marriage market
The debutante attended her coming-out party wearing an elaborate white gown.
A debutante compareceu ao seu baile de debutante usando um elaborado vestido branco.
2. A public event where someone, especially a public figure or organization, is revealed or introduced for the first time
The company's coming-out party was a lavish event to showcase their new product line.
O lançamento da empresa foi um evento luxuoso para apresentar sua nova linha de produtos.
3. A social gathering or debut event for LGBTQ+ individuals publicly declaring their sexual orientation or gender identity
His coming-out party was celebrated by his close friends and family.
Sua festa de revelação foi celebrada por seus amigos próximos e família.
In Brazil, 'baile de debutante' is traditionally associated with upper-class families, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, though the practice has declined. In contemporary usage, especially in LGBTQ+ contexts, 'coming-out party' refers to celebrations of personal identity revelation. In the USA, debutante balls remain more prevalent in Southern and elite Northeast circles. The term has evolved significantly in the 21st century to encompass broader meanings beyond traditional high-society events.
NYC Slang
debutante ball / deb ball (informal usage in high society contexts)
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