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Banquet: meaning, definitions and examples

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banquet

 

[ หˆbaล‹.kwษชt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

formal event

A large formal meal served to many people, often as part of a celebration or special occasion. Banquets typically include multiple courses of food and are accompanied by speeches, toasts, and entertainment.

Synonyms

celebration, dinner, feast

Examples of usage

  • The company held a lavish banquet to celebrate its anniversary.
  • Guests were treated to a sumptuous banquet at the wedding reception.
Context #2 | Noun

historical context

In medieval times, a banquet was a feast held by a king or noble, often to display wealth and power. Banquets were elaborate affairs with extravagant food, entertainment, and decorations.

Synonyms

feast, festivity, symposium

Examples of usage

  • The royal banquet was a display of the king's opulence and grandeur.
  • Nobles from all over the kingdom gathered for the extravagant banquet.
Context #3 | Verb

formal event

To host or participate in a large formal meal or feast. Banqueting involves serving a variety of dishes and often includes entertainment or speeches.

Synonyms

celebrate, dine, feast

Examples of usage

  • The organization decided to banquet in honor of the retiring CEO.
  • We will banquet at the hotel to celebrate the successful completion of the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "banquet" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น banquete

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‹เคœ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bankett

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perjamuan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะฝะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bankiet

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎดไผš (ใˆใ‚“ใ‹ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท banquet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ banquete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ziyafet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ฐํšŒ (yeonhoe)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆู„ูŠู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banket

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ banket

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎดไผš (yร nhuรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ banquet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ veisluhรถld

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ziyafษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ banquete

Etymology

The word 'banquet' originated from the Old French word 'banquet', meaning a small bench. It evolved over time to refer to a meal served on a bench, then to a feast or formal meal. Banquets have been a part of human culture for centuries, used to celebrate special occasions, demonstrate wealth and power, and foster social connections.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,048 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.