dining

[ˈdaɪnɪŋ(ɡ)]
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dine

Eating is something that people do every day, but the word "dining" usually means a more special or formal way of eating.

When we talk about dining, it's not just grabbing a quick snack or having breakfast at home. We often use the word to describe going out to a restaurant with friends or family, where you sit down and order food from a menu. Dining can also mean a big party or event where people come together to enjoy good food and company. Think about a wedding reception, for example - that's a formal dinner with music and dancing, but it's still called dining because everyone is eating a meal together.

How common is "dining"?

Word dining is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

verb

  • To eat; to eat dinner or supper.

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noun

  • Eating dinner as a social function.

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Real examples of "dining" in context

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