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Eating, Drinking, and Serving Food - Types of Meal

Here you will learn some English words related to different types of meals such as "potluck", "iftar", and "banquet".

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Words Related to Eating, Drinking, and Serving
breakfast
breakfast
[noun]

the first meal we have in the early hours of the day

Ex: Breakfast plays an important role as it provides the body with the necessary energy and nutrients to start the day. 
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second breakfast

a meal that is eaten after the regular breakfast, typically as a mid-morning snack or additional meal

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full breakfast

a substantial and hearty meal traditionally eaten in the morning

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midnight breakfast

a meal that is consumed during the late-night hours, typically after midnight

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instant breakfast

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

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
tiffin
[noun]

a light midday meal, typically lunch

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brunch
brunch
[noun]

a meal served late in the morning, as a combination of breakfast and lunch

Ex: Many restaurants offer bottomless mimosas or bloody marys as part of their brunch menu to accompany the food. 
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elevenses
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
lunch
[noun]

a meal we eat in the middle of the day

Ex: I made a Greek salad with feta cheese and olives for a healthy and flavorful lunch. 
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packed lunch

the food such as fruit, sandwiches, etc. taken to work or school

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meal deal
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
tea
[noun]

a light meal with tea including sandwiches and pastries, traditionally served in the afternoon

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afternoon tea

a small meal that consists of cakes and tea, eaten in the afternoon

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high tea
high tea
[noun]

a meal that includes cakes, bread and butter with tea, eaten in the early evening

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dinner
dinner
[noun]

the main meal of the day that we usually eat in the evening

Ex: For dinner, I cooked a delicious chicken stir-fry with vegetables. 
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dinner party

a social gathering where guests are invited to a host's home for an evening meal, often accompanied by drinks and conversation

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full course dinner

a formal or elaborate meal that consists of multiple courses

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supper
supper
[noun]

a meal eaten in the evening, typically lighter than dinner and often the last meal of the day

Ex: They gathered around the table for a family supper of soup and sandwiches. 
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siu yeh
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

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

a meal that is served on board an aircraft during a flight

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banquet
banquet
[noun]

a large and formal meal for many people, often for a special event

Ex: The wedding banquet featured multiple courses of gourmet cuisine served to guests seated at elegantly decorated tables. 
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barbecue
barbecue
[noun]

an outdoor party during which food, such as meat, fish, etc. is cooked on a metal frame over an open fire

Ex: During summer, we often enjoy a family barbecue at the park. 
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blue-plate special

a special discounted meal or menu item offered for a limited time

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buffet
buffet
[noun]

a meal with many dishes from which people serve themselves at a table and then eat elsewhere

Ex: The hotel offered a lavish buffet with a wide variety of international cuisines. 
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collation
collation
[noun]

a light and informal selection of food items served between meals

Ex: They served a light collation of fruit and sandwiches after the meeting. 
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haute cuisine

fancy and carefully prepared food with beautiful presentation and top-notch ingredients

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kaiseki
kaiseki
[noun]

a traditional Japanese multi-course meal that showcases seasonal and regional ingredients

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picnic
picnic
[noun]

the meal that people eat during an outing in nature, typically in a park or on a beach

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potluck
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
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

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

a discounted combo meal with a main dish, sides, and a beverage offered at fast food restaurants

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suhur
suhur
[noun]

the pre-dawn meal consumed by Muslims during the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan

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iftar
iftar
[noun]

the evening meal that Muslims consume to break their fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan

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bite
bite
[noun]

a small amount of food that is taken into the mouth at one time, often to chew or swallow

Ex: She took a bite of the apple and savored its sweetness. 
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square meal

a meal that is complete and satisfying

Ex: After a long day of hiking, I was famished and enjoyed a square meal of grilled chicken, rice, and vegetables. 
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continental breakfast

a light morning meal that typically includes items such as bread, fruits, and coffee, with a focus on simplicity and ease of preparation

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cookout
cookout
[noun]

an informal outdoor event where the food is often grilled or barbecued and prepared to be enjoyed in a social gathering

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cream tea
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

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
feast
[noun]

a meal with fine food, typically for many people, celebrating a special event

Ex: The royal wedding was followed by a lavish feast. 
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liquid lunch

a midday meal or gathering where alcoholic beverages, such as cocktails or wine, are consumed instead of solid food

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luncheon
luncheon
[noun]

a midday meal that is typically more formal than a light lunch and is often served in a social or business setting

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nosh-up
nosh-up
[noun]

a big meal

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meal
meal
[noun]

the food that we eat regularly during different times of day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner

Ex: I cooked a delicious meal of grilled chicken with roasted vegetables. 
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ready meal

a meal that is pre-cooked and only needs reheating before it is ready to be eaten

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smorgasbord

a buffet-style meal with a variety of cold and hot dishes

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snack
snack
[noun]

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

Ex: At the party, there were many snacks to choose from. 
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spread
spread
[noun]

a feast featuring a variety of delicious dishes that bring immense satisfaction and pleasure to those partaking in it

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takeaway
takeaway
[noun]

a meal bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten somewhere else

Ex: We decided to get takeaway for dinner instead of cooking tonight. 
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takeout
takeout
[noun]

a meal bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten somewhere else

Ex: They decided to order takeout for dinner since they did not feel like cooking. 
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to-go
to-go
[Adjective]

food that is bought from a restaurant, etc. to be eaten elsewhere

Ex: She ordered a sandwich and a coffee to-go so she could eat during her lunch break. 
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wedding breakfast

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

a meal that is provided by a restaurant, catering service, or other food establishment to its employees or staff

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