Meaning & Definition of word "Feast"

Feast

/fiːst/

1. A large meal, typically a celebratory one, often featuring a variety of dishes.
- Example: The family gathered for a feast to celebrate the holiday.
2. An elaborate and sumptuous meal or banquet.
- Example: The king hosted a grand feast in honor of the visiting dignitaries.
3. A festival or occasion of eating and drinking.
- Example: The town held a feast each year to mark the harvest season.

1. To eat sumptuously or lavishly.
- Example: We feasted on roasted meats and fresh vegetables at the wedding banquet.
2. To indulge in something with great enjoyment or satisfaction.
- Example: She feasted her eyes on the breathtaking scenery during their hike.

●Middle English 'fest', from Old French 'feste', Latin 'festivus'.

feast your eyes:

To look at something with great pleasure.

feast on:

To indulge in or enjoy something greatly, especially food.

feast or famine:

A situation characterized by alternating periods of abundance and scarcity.

banquet:

A formal meal for a large number of people.

gourmet:

Food that is high quality and often extravagant.

buffet:

A meal where guests serve themselves from a variety of dishes.

Meaning: A massive gathering with lots of food and drinks, often informal.

● Example Sentence: We had a total feast at the backyard barbecue last weekend!

Meaning: To enjoy a large quantity of food, often in a gluttonous way.

● Example Sentence: He really feasted on that pizza at the party!