regale
|re-gale|
B2
/rɪˈɡeɪl/
entertain with pleasure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'regale' originates from French, specifically the word 'régaler,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'gale' meant 'pleasure.'
Historical Evolution
'régaler' transformed into the English word 'regale' during the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to entertain or feast,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to entertain or amuse someone with talk or storytelling.
He regaled us with tales of his adventures.
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Verb 2
to provide someone with a sumptuous feast.
They regaled their guests with a lavish dinner.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45