Eating, Drinking and Serving

Eating, Drinking and Serving - Types of Meal

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breakfast
noun
the first meal someone has in the early hours of the day
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second breakfast
noun
a meal that is eaten after the regular breakfast, typically as a mid-morning snack or additional meal
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full breakfast
noun
a substantial and hearty meal traditionally eaten in the morning
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midnight breakfast
noun
a meal that is consumed during the late-night hours, typically after midnight
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instant breakfast
noun
a type of breakfast food or beverage that is designed to be quickly and easily prepared, often in a powdered or liquid form
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champagne breakfast
noun
a meal that includes champagne or other sparkling wine, often consumed in the morning or as part of a celebratory occasion
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tiffin
noun
a midday meal
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brunch
noun
a meal served late in the morning, as a combination of breakfast and lunch
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elevenses
noun
a light refreshment or snack, typically enjoyed around 11 a.m., often consisting of tea or coffee accompanied by biscuits, pastries, or similar small treats
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lunch
noun
a meal eaten in the middle of the day
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packed lunch
noun
the food such as fruit, sandwiches, etc. taken to work or school
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meal deal
noun
a promotional offer or package from a restaurant, cafe, or food establishment that includes a combination of food items or dishes
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tea
noun
a light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes
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afternoon tea
noun
a small meal that consists of cakes and tea, eaten in the afternoon
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high tea
noun
a meal that includes cakes, bread and butter with tea, eaten in the early evening
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dinner
noun
the main meal of the day, eaten either in the middle of the day or in the evening
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dinner party
noun
a party of people assembled to have dinner together
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full course dinner
noun
a formal or elaborate meal that consists of multiple courses
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supper
noun
a meal that is often less formal than dinner and is eaten in the evening, which is either a main meal or a light one
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siu yeh
noun
a late-night meal or late-night dining culture in Hong Kong, where people gather to eat and socialize after midnight
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midnight snack
noun
a small meal or snack that is consumed during the late-night hours, typically after dinner and before bedtime
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airline meal
noun
a meal that is served on board an aircraft during a flight
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banquet
noun
a large and formal meal for many people, often for a special event
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barbecue
noun
an outdoor meal or party during which food (meat, fish, etc.) is cooked on a metal frame over an open fire
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blue-plate special
noun
a special discounted meal or menu item offered for a limited time
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buffet
noun
a meal with many dishes from which people serve themselves at a table and then eat elsewhere
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collation
noun
a light informal meal
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haute cuisine
noun
(French) an elaborate and skillful manner of preparing food
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kaiseki
noun
a traditional Japanese multi-course meal that showcases seasonal and regional ingredients
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picnic
noun
the meal that people eat during their picnics
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potluck
noun
a meal or party where each guest brings a dish to share with the group, typically without prior coordination of what dishes will be prepared
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tv dinner
noun
a pre-prepared and cooked meal that only needs heating before being ready to be eaten
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family meal
noun
a shared meal that is prepared and consumed by a group of people, often within a family or close-knit community
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value meal
noun
a discounted combo meal with a main dish, sides, and a beverage offered at fast food restaurants
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suhur
noun
the pre-dawn meal consumed by Muslims during the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan
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iftar
noun
the evening meal that Muslims consume to break their fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan
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bite
noun
a small amount of food that is taken into the mouth at one time, often to chew or swallow
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square meal
noun
a meal that is complete and satisfying
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continental breakfast
noun
a breakfast that usually includes a roll and coffee or tea
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cookout
noun
an informal meal cooked and eaten outdoors
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cream tea
noun
a meal that consists of jam, cream, and tea with small cakes, eaten in the afternoon
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English breakfast
noun
a traditional British morning meal with eggs, bacon, sausage, beans, tomatoes, black pudding, and toast or fried bread, usually served with tea or coffee
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feast
noun
a meal with fine food or a large meal for many people celebrating a special event
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liquid lunch
noun
a midday meal or gathering where alcoholic beverages, such as cocktails or wine, are consumed instead of solid food
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luncheon
noun
a midday meal
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nosh-up
noun
a big meal
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meal
noun
the food that you eat on regular occasions during the day, especially breakfast, lunch, or dinner; or any of these occasions
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ready meal
noun
a meal that is pre-cooked and only needs reheating before it is ready to be eaten
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smorgasbord
noun
an assortment of foods starting with herring or smoked eel or salmon etc with bread and butter; then cheeses and eggs and pickled vegetables and aspics; finally hot foods; served as a buffet meal
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snack
noun
a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking
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spread
noun
a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed
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takeaway
noun
a meal bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten somewhere else
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takeout
noun
a meal bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten somewhere else
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to go
phrase
food that is bought from a restaurant, etc. to be eaten elsewhere
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wedding breakfast
noun
a meal or reception held after a wedding ceremony, typically consisting of a formal sit-down meal with multiple courses
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staff meal
noun
a meal that is provided by a restaurant, catering service, or other food establishment to its employees or staff
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