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dining

n.
US //ˈdaɪnɪŋ// UK //dˈaɪnɪŋ// din·ing
  1. 1 eating a meal (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the act of eating a meal, often in a social or formal way.

    the activity of eating dinner or a formal meal, often implying a social occasion.

    Example

    The hotel offers fine dining with a view of the ocean.

    Example

    The city is famous for its outdoor dining, with hundreds of small tables lining the narrow cobblestone streets during the summer months.

    Usage

    Often used in the phrase 'fine dining' to refer to high-quality restaurants.
  2. 2 related to eating (n.)
    A2 Elementary

    used to describe things used for eating, like a room or furniture.

    used as an attributive noun to describe objects or spaces designed for the consumption of meals.

    Example

    We bought a new dining table that is large enough for eight people.

    Example

    The architect placed the dining area adjacent to the kitchen to ensure a seamless flow during large family gatherings.

    Usage

    Commonly appears before other nouns like 'room', 'table', or 'area'.

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