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Dinner

noun
/ˈdɪnər/

Meaning

the main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening
the main meal of the day, usually eaten in the evening

Example Sentences

The family gathered for dinner at 7 PM.

We had a lovely dinner at a new restaurant last night.

Example Expressions

have someone for dinner

Synonyms

supper, evening meal, feast, banquet, meal
Entry 1
supper, evening meal
Entry 2
supper, feast, banquet, meal

Antonyms

breakfast, lunch
Entry 1
breakfast, lunch
Entry 2
breakfast, lunch

Collocations

dinner party, family dinner, dinner table, dinner time, dinner plate, dinner invitation
Entry 1
dinner party, family dinner, dinner table, dinner time
Entry 2
dinner table, dinner party, dinner plate, dinner invitation

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