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meal

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/miːl/

eating occasion

Etymology
Etymology Information

'meal' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mǣl', where 'mǣl' meant 'measure, time, or occasion'.

Historical Evolution

'mǣl' changed from Old English word 'mǣl' and eventually became the modern English word 'meal'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'measure or time', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an occasion for eating'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an occasion when food is eaten, or the food that is eaten on such an occasion.

We have three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Synonyms

repastfeast

Antonyms

fast

Noun 2

coarsely ground grain, especially corn or oats, used as food.

Cornmeal is often used in baking.

Synonyms

flourgrist

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Idioms

square meal

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35