dining
n. uncountable B1 Intermediate US //ˈdaɪnɪŋ// UK //dˈaɪnɪŋ// din·ing
n. the act of eating a meal, especially in a formal or nice way. It often refers to eating at a restaurant or a specially prepared table.
n. the activity of eating a meal, particularly in a formal or social context. Often functions as a modifier in compound nouns to describe spaces or furniture associated with eating.
The hotel offers fine dining in its main hall.
After a long day of sightseeing, we looked for a quiet spot for evening dining near the river.
The shift toward casual dining has transformed the restaurant industry, leading many traditional establishments to relax their dress codes and simplify their menus.
Usage
Commonly used as an attributive noun to modify other nouns, such as 'dining room', 'dining table', or 'dining experience'.