Supped: meaning, definitions and examples

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supped

[ sʌpt ]

Verb

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meal time

Supped is the past tense of the verb 'sup', which means to eat a meal, especially in the evening. It often refers to a light meal or the act of eating soup. The term can also imply a communal or social function, where people gather to eat together. It is a less common form in modern English, often reflecting a more traditional or rustic style of dining.

Synonyms

dined, feasted, nibbled.

Examples of usage

We supped together by the fire.
They supped on a simple meal after a long day.
Last night, we supped at the local tavern.

Translations

Translations of the word "supped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jantar

🇮🇳 खाना

🇩🇪 zu Abend gegessen haben

🇮🇩 makan malam

🇺🇦 поїв

🇵🇱 zjadł

🇯🇵 食事した

🇫🇷 avoir soupé

🇪🇸 haber cenado

🇹🇷 akşam yemeği yemek

🇰🇷 저녁을 먹다

🇸🇦 تناول العشاء

🇨🇿 večeřel

🇸🇰 večeral

🇨🇳 吃过晚餐

🇸🇮 večeral

🇮🇸 borða kvöldmat

🇰🇿 кешкі ас ішті

🇬🇪 ვახშმობდი

🇦🇿 şam yeməyi yedim

🇲🇽 haber cenado

Etymology

The word 'sup' originates from the Old English 'sūpan', meaning 'to sip' or 'to sup'. It has Germanic roots, with similar words found in several languages, including the Old High German 'sūfan', meaning 'to drink', and the Dutch 'soepen', which translates to 'soup'. The evolution of 'sup' reflects the changing customs around dining and meals through the ages. By the 14th century, 'sup' became widely used to denote having a meal, often in the evening, which aligns with traditional practices of gathering for supper. Over time, the form 'supped' emerged as a past participle but has since become somewhat archaic in everyday use, often found only in literature or historical texts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,376, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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