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Types of Meal

56 Words

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breakfast
1.
break
fast
Noun

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

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
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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ti
ffin
Noun

a light midday meal, typically lunch

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brunch
8.
brunch
Noun

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

Many restaurants offer bottomless mimosas or bloody marys as part of their brunch menu to accompany the food.

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e
le
ven
ses
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
10.
lunch
Noun

a meal we eat in the middle of the day

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

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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
13.
tea
Noun

a drink we make by soaking dried tea leaves in hot water

He added a splash of milk to his black tea for a creamy and smooth taste.

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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
16.
di
nner
Noun

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

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

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dinner party
17.
dinner party
Noun

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
Noun

a formal or elaborate meal that consists of multiple courses

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supper
19.
su
pper
Noun

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

They gathered around the table for a family supper of soup and sandwiches.

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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
23.
banq
uet
Noun

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

The wedding banquet featured multiple courses of gourmet cuisine served to guests seated at elegantly decorated tables.

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barbecue
24.
bar
be
cue
Noun

a frame made of metal on which food is cooked over a fire

They set up the barbecue in the backyard to grill burgers and hot dogs.

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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
26.
bu
ffet
Noun

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

The hotel offered a lavish buffet with a wide variety of international cuisines.

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collation
27.
co
lla
tion
Noun

a light and informal selection of food items served between meals

They served a light collation of fruit and sandwiches after the meeting.

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haute cuisine
Noun

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

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kai
se
ki
Noun

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

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picnic
30.
pic
nic
Noun

‌an occasion when we pack food and take it to eat outdoors, typically in the countryside

Don't forget to clean up after your picnic to keep the area tidy.

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potluck
31.
pot
luck
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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35.
su
hur
Noun

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

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36.
if
tar
Noun

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

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bite
37.
bite
Verb

to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth

The dog warned the intruder by growling before attempting to bite.

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square meal
Noun

a meal that is complete and satisfying

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
Noun

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
40.
cook
out
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
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
43.
feast
Noun

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

The royal wedding was followed by a lavish feast.

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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
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lun
cheon
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
Noun
meal
47.
meal
Noun

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

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

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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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49.
smor
gas
bord
Noun

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

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snack
50.
snack
Noun

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

At the party, there were many snacks to choose from.

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spread
51.
spread
Verb

to extend or increase in influence or effect over a larger area or group of people

The flu virus can easily spread in crowded places.

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takeaway
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take
a
way
Noun

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

We decided to get takeaway for dinner instead of cooking tonight.

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take
out
Noun

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

They decided to order takeout for dinner since they did not feel like cooking.

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to
go
Adjective

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

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

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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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