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Banqueted: meaning, definitions and examples

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banqueted

 

[ ˈbæŋkwɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

formal meal

Banqueted is the past tense of the verb 'banquet', which means to attend or hold a banquet. A banquet is a large meal, often formal, typically held to celebrate a particular event or achievement. The act of banqueting involves enjoying a feast in the presence of other guests.

Synonyms

celebrated, dined, feasted

Examples of usage

  • They banqueted in honor of the anniversary.
  • The team banqueted after their successful season.
  • Guests banqueted at the grand hall last night.

Translations

Translations of the word "banqueted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 banqueteado

🇮🇳 भोजन दिया गया

🇩🇪 bankettiert

🇮🇩 dijamu

🇺🇦 бенкетував

🇵🇱 uczestniczył w bankiecie

🇯🇵 宴会を開いた

🇫🇷 banqueté

🇪🇸 banqueteado

🇹🇷 şenlik yapıldı

🇰🇷 연회가 열렸다

🇸🇦 أقيم الوليمة

🇨🇿 oslavoval

🇸🇰 oslavoval

🇨🇳 举行盛宴

🇸🇮 praznoval

🇮🇸 veisluhald

🇰🇿 банкет өткізілді

🇬🇪 სუფრა გამართა

🇦🇿 şənlik təşkil edildi

🇲🇽 banqueteado

Word origin

The word 'banquet' originates from the Middle French term 'banquet', a diminutive of 'banque', which means 'bench' or 'table'. The term began to be associated with feasts and large meals during the Middle Ages. Initially, it referred to a light meal or snack, but over time it evolved to denote more elaborate events centered around dining. Banquets often occur in grand settings, celebrating significant occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, or public accolades. The tradition of banqueting has roots in ancient cultures, where communal meals were integral to social and political gatherings. As societies progressed, the significance of a banquet transformed, becoming a reflection of wealth, status, and cultural practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,889, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.