Dining: meaning, definitions and examples

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dining

 

[ หˆdaษชnษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

meal setting

Dining refers to the act of eating, typically in a formal or organized manner. It often involves a specific time of day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Dining can take place at home, in restaurants, or at events and often includes a variety of dishes served on a table. The experience of dining can also encompass aspects of social interaction, atmosphere, and culinary presentation.

Synonyms

banqueting, eating, feasting, meal, repast

Examples of usage

  • We enjoyed a lavish dining experience at the new restaurant.
  • Dining with family is a cherished tradition in our household.
  • The dining area was beautifully decorated for the occasion.
  • He prefers casual dining to fine dining.
  • They went dining at a charming bistro.

Translations

Translations of the word "dining" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jantar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‹เคœเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Essen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ makan malam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑั–ะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kolacja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฃŸไบ‹ (ใ—ใ‚‡ใใ˜)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฎner

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cena

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท akลŸam yemeฤŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹์‚ฌ (siksa)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุดุงุก (isha)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ veฤeล™e

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ veฤera

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ™š้ค (wวŽncฤn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ veฤerja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kvรถldmatur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏัะบั– ะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒแƒฎแƒจแƒแƒ›แƒ˜ (vakhsami)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸam yemษ™yi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cena

Etymology

The term 'dining' originates from the late Middle English word 'dinen,' which means to have dinner. This verb evolved from the Old French 'disner,' meaning to break one's fast or to eat. The term was influenced by various cultural practices surrounding meals throughout history, such as formal banquets and communal gatherings. Over the centuries, dining has transformed from a simple act of nourishment into a social and cultural event, often marked by specific customs, etiquette, and culinary delights. In historical contexts, dining could denote a significant ritual, particularly among nobility or in formal settings, where the meal's arrangement and presentation reflected one's status and taste. Today, dining encompasses a broad range of experiences, from casual meals at home to elaborate dinners in high-end restaurants.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,101 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.