Meaning & Definition of word "Eat"
Eat
/iːt/
verb:
- 1. To consume food by taking it into the mouth, chewing, and swallowing.
- Example: We should eat dinner together as a family tonight.
- 2. To have a meal at a specified time.
- Example: I usually eat breakfast around 7 AM.
- 3. To devour or consume something rapidly or completely.
- Example: The dog will eat his food in just a few minutes.
- 4. To use up or exhaust something.
- Example: This project will eat up all of our resources.
- 5. To cause to disappear or vanish.
- Example: The constant worry began to eat away at her happiness.
Etymology
●Old English 'etan', of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
eat out:
To dine at a restaurant instead of at home.
eat your heart out:
To feel very sad or envious.
eat like a bird:
To eat very little.
Related Words
eater:
A person who eats.
edible:
Suitable for eating.
Slang Meanings of eat
Meaning: To consume food.
● Example Sentence: Let's grab a bite to eat.
Meaning: To take advantage of something.
● Example Sentence: He really ate that opportunity.