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dinner

/ˈdɪnə/

noun

Meaning

  • A midday meal (in a context in which the evening meal is called supper or tea).

  • The main meal of the day, often eaten in the evening.

  • An evening meal.

  • A meal given to an animal.

    "Give the dog its dinner."

  • A formal meal for many people eaten for a special occasion.

  • The food provided or consumed at any such meal.

Synonyms

evening meal,
supper,
tea,
banquet,
feast,
luncheon,
chow,
lunch,
luncheon

verb

Meaning

  • To eat a dinner.

  • To provide (someone) with a dinner.

Synonyms

dine