dining
- 01 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.
Simple“The hotel offers fine dining with a view of the ocean.”
In context“The city is famous for its outdoor dining, with hundreds of small tables lining the narrow cobblestone streets during the summer months.”
UsageOften used in the phrase 'fine dining' to refer to high-quality restaurants.
- 02 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.
Simple“We bought a new dining table that is large enough for eight people.”
In context“The architect placed the dining area adjacent to the kitchen to ensure a seamless flow during large family gatherings.”
UsageCommonly appears before other nouns like 'room', 'table', or 'area'.