dishes
- 01 A1 Beginner
n.more than one plate, bowl, or cup used for eating and serving food.
n.the plural of dish, denoting multiple items of crockery or containers used for food service.
Simple“We need to put the clean dishes back in the cupboard.”
In context“The caterers arranged the ceramic dishes across the buffet table, ensuring each platter was easily accessible to the guests.”
Synonyms - 02 A1 Beginner
n.the task of washing the plates and cutlery after a meal.
n.the collective activity of washing used kitchenware and tableware after a meal.
Simple“It is your turn to do the dishes after dinner tonight.”
In context“After the holiday feast, the entire family gathered in the kitchen to help do the dishes and clear the counters.”
Usageusually used with the verb 'do'
PitfallI am going to make the dishes. I am going to do the dishes.In English, we use the verb 'do' for chores like cleaning the dishes.
Synonymswashing updishwashing - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to serve food onto a plate, or to share interesting secrets and gossip.
v.the third-person singular present form of 'dish', used for serving food or informally for sharing gossip.
Simple“She always dishes the latest office gossip during our lunch break.”
In context“The chef dishes the pasta into individual bowls while the waiter prepares the garnish.”
Usageoften used in the phrasal verb 'dish out'