Feast: meaning, definitions and examples

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feast

[ fiːst ]

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celebration

A large meal, typically a celebratory one.

Synonyms

banquet, meal, spread

Examples of usage

The wedding feast was a lavish affair with a variety of delicious dishes.
We prepared a feast to celebrate our anniversary.
The king hosted a grand feast for all his subjects.

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eating

To eat and drink sumptuously.

Synonyms

binge, gorge, indulge

Examples of usage

We feasted on fresh seafood at the beach.
The family feasted on the Thanksgiving turkey.
After the long journey, the travelers feasted on a hearty meal.

Translations

Translations of the word "feast" in other languages:

🇵🇹 festa

🇮🇳 दावत

🇩🇪 Fest

🇮🇩 pesta

🇺🇦 бенкет

🇵🇱 uczta

🇯🇵 宴会 (enkai)

🇫🇷 fête

🇪🇸 fiesta

🇹🇷 şölen

🇰🇷 잔치 (janchi)

🇸🇦 وليمة

🇨🇿 hostina

🇸🇰 hostina

🇨🇳 宴会 (yànhuì)

🇸🇮 praznik

🇮🇸 hátíð

🇰🇿 той

🇬🇪 ნადიმი (nadimi)

🇦🇿 ziyafət

🇲🇽 fiesta

Word origin

The word 'feast' originated from the Old French word 'feste', which in turn came from the Latin word 'festum'. Feasting has been a part of human culture for centuries, often associated with celebrations, gatherings, and communal events. The concept of feasting has evolved over time, from ancient rituals and religious ceremonies to modern-day festivities and special occasions.