Dinner — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdi-nər/ din·ner

Meaning & Definition of Dinner

Dinner (noun)

  1. the principal meal of the day
  2. a formal feast or banquet
  3. table d'hôte

Dinner (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment

    "there will be a celebratory dinner at a local restaurant for the entire team"

    similar: banquet, feast, feed, regale, spread
    related: chow, mess, repast, table, blowout, carnival, festival, fete, gala, party, shindig, festivity, barbecue, clambake, cookout, fry, luau, roast, buffet, luncheon, smorgasbord

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dinner

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dinner:

banquet, feast, feed, regale, spread

Related Words for Dinner

chow, mess, repast, table, blowout, carnival, festival, fete, gala, party, shindig, festivity, barbecue, clambake, cookout, fry, luau, roast, buffet, luncheon, smorgasbord

Word Forms of Dinner

Derived words: dinnerless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Dinner

Middle English diner, from Anglo-French disner, diner meal, from disner to dine

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Dinner

Words & Phrases Containing Dinner

dinner jacket, dinner theater, dinner date, dinner party, dinner suit, dinner table, shore dinner, TV dinner, rehearsal dinner

Frequently Asked Questions about Dinner

What does "Dinner" mean?

"Dinner" means the principal meal of the day. As a noun, it is defined as: the principal meal of the day.

What is another word for "Dinner"?

Other words for "Dinner" include banquet, feast, feed, regale and spread. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dinner" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dinner"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dinner". Common alternatives include banquet, feast, feed, regale and spread.

How do you use "Dinner" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dinner" in a sentence: "there will be a celebratory dinner at a local restaurant for the entire team".

Is "Dinner" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dinner" is a noun.

Is "Dinner" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Dinner" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Dinner"?

"Dinner" is pronounced /ˈdi-nər/ and divided into syllables as din·ner.

What is the origin of the word "Dinner"?

"Dinner" comes from Middle English diner, from Anglo-French disner, diner meal, from disner to dine. First known use: 13th century.