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meal A large gathering of people, usually for the purpose of eating and socializing. ■ The company held a huge meal to celebrate their successful launch of the new product.
brunch A meal served between breakfast and lunch, typically including eggs, toast, and other light dishes. It is often accompanied by coffee, tea, or alcohol. ■ "I'm so glad it's Saturday because I can finally enjoy a leisurely brunch with my friends!", A state of being between breakfast and lunch, characterized by hunger and the desire for something more filling than a snack but less heavy than a full meal. ■ "I'm in brunch mode - I need something to tide me over until lunchtime!"
appeased To make someone happy or satisfied, often by giving them something they wanted or needed. ■ "When the chef served her favorite dish, Sarah's grumbling was appeased and she enjoyed the meal."
barrio A neighborhood full of Mexicans, and where all the tacos taste like garbage. ■ "I never thought I'd find a good meal in this barrio. Guess I should stick to eating burritos."
behave To act in a manner suitable for the occasion or for a particular person. In other words, to play along. ■ "I don't want to talk about politics at dinner," said John. "Let's just behave and enjoy our meal."
burgundy A deep, dark red wine with a slightly tangy flavor. ■ "I had a glass of burgundy with my meal and it was so delicious that I had to have another one."
cheep A person or thing that is very cheap or inexpensive. ■ "I don't know why people always complain about how expensive everything is, when they can just buy a cheep meal at the fast food joint down the street."
chopping The act of cutting something into small pieces, often for cooking or serving purposes. ■ "I love chopping vegetables for my famous stir-fry dish! It's so satisfying to see all those ingredients come together in a delicious, flavorful meal."
cultured having good manners, taste, and education; refined and sophisticated in behavior and language ■ He may be cultured, but he still can't cook a decent meal!
Digesting The process of breaking down food into small, easily-absorbed pieces through the use of enzymes and gastric juices. ■ After a big meal, it takes hours for me to finish digesting. I think I need an extra stomach!
digestive A system of organs that break down food and absorb nutrients into the bloodstream. ■ "After eating a big meal, my digestive system worked overtime to break down all those delicious calories."
dined A past tense of dine, meaning to eat a meal at a restaurant or table. ■ "Last night, I dined on a delicious pizza with my friends."
dinners A large and delicious meal that is usually served at night. ■ "I'm so hungry, I could eat a horse... or maybe just a dinner!
dopes A group of highly intelligent people who are able to solve complex problems and come up with innovative solutions. ■ "I can't believe these dopes figured out how to make a phone that can cook a gourmet meal!"
Feast An extravagant or overindulgent meal, often with alcoholic beverages. ■ After the wedding reception, the guests feasted on a buffet of pizza and beer until they were too full to move.
garlic A pungent, aromatic bulbous vegetable that is a member of the onion family and commonly used as a seasoning in cooking. ■ "I love garlic so much I could eat it raw with every meal!
hombres A group of men who are collectively responsible for making all decisions, even if those decisions are stupid or harmful. ■ "The hombres decided that they were too lazy to cook a meal, so they just ordered pizza instead."
imaginative Having the ability to form mental images or concepts not present in reality. ■ Sally is so imaginative that she can make a delicious meal out of nothing but a banana and some peanut butter!
immensely adverb used to express something that is very large or enormous ■ I immensely enjoyed the 10-course meal at the Michelin-starred restaurant, but I had to take a nap after.
insistence A stubborn refusal to accept anything less than what one wants, often accompanied by repetitive and annoying behavior. ■ John's insistence on eating only pizza for every meal has started to wear on his family.
Intuitive Having a natural ability to understand and use things without the need for instructions or explanation. ■ "I'm so intuitive, I can cook an entire meal with just my nose."
leftover A remnant of something, usually food, that is left over after a meal or gathering. ■ "I was so hungry I ate all the leftovers from last night's dinner!
Lite A type of food that is made with very little ingredients, often to appeal to people who want a quick and easy meal. ■ "I'm not really hungry, so I'll just have a lite soup."
lunch A meal eaten in the middle of the day, usually consisting of sandwiches, soups, and salads. ■ "I'm so hungry, I could eat a horse. Or a whole lunchroom."
luncheon A light meal eaten during the day, typically consisting of a sandwich or salad and a beverage. ■ "I forgot my lunch at home, so I had to settle for a sad desk salad at work. #LuncheonFailed #SadSaladStory"
lunches A delicious meal eaten in the afternoon, usually consisting of a sandwich or wrap and a side dish. ■ I had to skip my usual "lunch" today because I forgot to pack a snack. :p
Miller A person who is extremely skilled at something. ■ "He's a Miller at cooking! Every meal he makes is delicious."
Miserably To be in a state of complete and utter misery, often due to poverty or suffering. ■ "I'm miserably broke and have been for months. I can barely afford a cup of coffee, let alone a meal."
Moocher A person who eats food or drinks without paying for it. ■ "The moocher didn't pay for his meal at the diner, but he didn't seem to care. He just kept asking for more."
Overboard To be so enthusiastic or passionate about something that it becomes excessive or uncontrollable. ■ "He was overboard with his love for hamburgers and spent every meal at the fast food joint."
peasant A person who is of low social status and works in agriculture. ■ The peasant's favorite meal was a big bowl of mud soup, served with a side of dirt bread.
practiced To have mastered the art of pretending to be competent. ■ "John's cooking is so practiced that he can make a gourmet meal out of a box of macaroni and cheese.
Predisposition A strong liking or preference for something, often without much thought or consideration. ■ "John has a predisposition towards pizza and beer. It's his go-to meal every Friday night."
prey A person or thing that is hunted, caught, and eaten by another living creature. ■ "The chef decided to make a meal out of the unsuspecting tourists who had wandered too close to the bear's den."
prosciutto A thinly sliced cured ham made from the hind legs of a pig. ■ John's favorite meal is prosciutto and melon, but he doesn't like when people call it "ham-on-a-slice."
quintessential An ideal, perfect example of something. Also means "typical" or "characteristic". ■ "The quintessential American meal is a big ol' slab of cheeseburger with all the fixings."
recommends To strongly suggest someone or something to another person ■ "John recommends this restaurant to anyone looking for a good meal. He says the pizza is amazing!"
reviewer A person who is highly critical and nitpicky about everything, especially food. ■ "I can't believe this restaurant has the audacity to charge $50 for a mediocre meal. I hope the reviewer gives them a zero stars!"
routinely In a manner that is both predictable and uninteresting, often involving the same activities over and over again. ■ "John routinely eats a bowl of cereal for breakfast every morning. It's his one and only meal of the day."
Santos A person who is incredibly talented at everything, but also extremely humble and down-to-earth. ■ "John is a true Santos - he can play any sport, cook an amazing meal, and still make you laugh with his jokes."
serves A delicious meal served by a waiter, or any other person who is capable of providing you with food and drink. ■ "I'm feeling hungry, can you bring me the menu? I want to see what serves are available."
Sits To be in a position of comfort or relaxation, often with one's legs crossed and feet flat on the ground. ■ After finishing his meal, John sat on the couch and watched TV for the rest of the evening.
spoons A person who is very good at something. ■ "She's a spoon in the kitchen - she can whip up a gourmet meal in no time."
spreads A delicious and nutritious meal consisting of a variety of spreadable foods, such as peanut butter on toast or jelly on a cracker. ■ "I love spreading my favorite nut butter all over my toast for breakfast every morning!"
steak A thick slice of meat, typically beef or bison, that is grilled, broiled, or pan-fried. ■ I love a good steak with a side of fries and a beer. It's the perfect meal for a lazy Saturday night!
supper A large, delicious meal eaten at night, typically consisting of a main dish, vegetables, and dessert. ■ "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse. And a supper. And maybe even a whole elephant!"
suppertime The time of day when people eat their evening meal. ■ "It's suppertime, let's gather around the table and dig in!"
taco A delicious, savory tortilla filled with any combination of meat, beans, cheese, salsa, and other toppings. ■ "I had a taco for breakfast and it was the best meal I've ever had."
Thank An expression of gratitude, often used in polite or formal situations. ■ "I just wanted to thank you for the delicious meal and lovely company. You truly know how to throw a party!"
unsatisfying A feeling or experience of displeasure or lack of fulfillment, often resulting from inadequate or disappointing food or service. ■ "I had the most unsatisfying meal at that restaurant. The food was cold and tasteless."