Meaning & Definition of word "Eating"

Eating

/ˈiːtɪŋ/

1. The act or process of consuming food.
- Example: Eating is essential for survival.
2. A specified time for consuming food.
- Example: It’s time for our evening eating.

1. The action of consuming food.
- Example: She enjoys eating Italian cuisine.
2. The act of taking in food through the mouth.
- Example: Eating slowly can help with digestion.
3. To have a meal.
- Example: They are eating dinner at the new restaurant tonight.
4. To consume something or to be consumed.
- Example: The weeds are eating up all the nutrients in the soil.

Derived from the Old English 'ætan', meaning 'to consume food'.

eating out:

Dining at a restaurant instead of at home.

big eaters:

People who eat large portions of food.

eating like a bird:

Eating very little food.

eating one's words:

Retracting something said, usually due to mistake or embarrassment.

meal:

A specific instance of eating, often consisting of multiple dishes.

snack:

A small amount of food eaten between meals.

feast:

A large meal, typically with many dishes, often celebrating an occasion.

Meaning: Grubbing

Example Sentence: We were grubbing on some snacks while watching the game.

Meaning: Chowing down

Example Sentence: I can't wait to chow down on this pizza.

Meaning: Munching

Example Sentence: She was munching on chips in front of the TV.