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dined

 

[ daɪnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Dined refers to the act of eating dinner or a formal meal. It is often associated with social gatherings or special occasions. To dine typically implies a more structured meal compared to casual eating. The term can also encompass the experience of dining in a restaurant or at home, often indicating a level of sophistication or formality.

Synonyms

ate, feasted, partook, savored, supplied

Examples of usage

  • We dined at a fancy restaurant last night.
  • They dined together in celebration of their anniversary.
  • She dined with her family every Sunday.
  • He dined alone after a long day at work.

Translations

Translations of the word "dined" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jantar

🇮🇳 रात्रि भोजन किया

🇩🇪 diniert

🇮🇩 makan malam

🇺🇦 пообідав

🇵🇱 obiadował

🇯🇵 夕食をとった

🇫🇷 dîné

🇪🇸 cenado

🇹🇷 akşam yemeği yedi

🇰🇷 저녁식사를 했다

🇸🇦 تناول العشاء

🇨🇿 večeřel

🇸🇰 večeral

🇨🇳 用晚餐

🇸🇮 večerjal

🇮🇸 borðaði

🇰🇿 кешкі ас ішті

🇬🇪 ვახშმობდა

🇦🇿 şam yeməyi yedi

🇲🇽 cenó

Etymology

The word 'dine' comes from the Middle English term 'dyne,' which is derived from the Old French word 'diner,' meaning 'to have dinner.' The Latin root 'disjejunare' translates to 'to break fast,' referring to eating after a period of fasting. Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote the meal taken in the evening, distinguishing itself from lunch and breakfast. The social nuances associated with dining, such as formal dinner parties and various dining customs, have developed throughout history, particularly in Western cultures. As dining habits changed, particularly with the rise of restaurants in the 18th century, the word 'dine' became more associated with eating out rather than at home. Today, it encompasses a wide range of meanings, from formal sit-down meals to casual family dinners.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,699, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.