Meaning & Definition of word "Treat"

Treat

/triːt/

1. an event or item that is enjoyable or special.
- Example: The ice cream was a real treat on a hot day.
2. a gift or reward given to someone.
- Example: She brought treats for the children at the party.

1. to behave toward (someone) in a particular way.
- Example: She treated her guests with great hospitality.
2. to deal with (something) in a certain way.
- Example: He treated the subject with seriousness and respect.
3. to provide someone with something enjoyable or beneficial.
- Example: I decided to treat myself to a nice dinner after a long week.

Middle English trete, from Old French traiter, from Latin tractare, frequentative of tractus, meaning to handle, pull or draw.

treat yourself:

To indulge oneself in something enjoyable.

treat someone like:

To conduct oneself towards someone in a specific manner.

it's a treat:

Indicates that something is special or enjoyable.

treatment:

The manner in which someone is treated or a medical procedure.

treatable:

Capable of being treated, especially in a medical context.

treatise:

A written work dealing formally and systematically with a subject.

Meaning: A fun event or thing, especially something unexpected.

Example Sentence: That party was such a treat!

Meaning: An act of generosity or kindness.

Example Sentence: He picked up the tab, what a treat!