eating
n. · adj.-
1 the act of having food (n.) A1 Beginnerthe act of putting food in your mouth and swallowing it.
the act of ingesting food. Uncountable in its general sense, though it can be countable when referring to specific instances.
ExampleHealthy eating is important if you want to have more energy during the day.
ExampleThe study suggests that mindful eating can significantly reduce the frequency of stress-induced snacking among office workers.
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2 food or cooking (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Informal Dialecta way of talking about food or the quality of a meal.
food, cooking, or cuisine. Often used in informal or regional contexts to describe the quality of a meal.
ExampleThe hotel was basic, but the eating was excellent.
ExampleHe promised us some fine eating once we reached the coastal village, which was famous for its traditional seafood recipes.
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3 ready to be eaten (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediateused to describe fruit or food that can be eaten raw or without being cooked.
suitable for consumption without further preparation or cooking; often used to distinguish varieties of fruit.
ExampleMake sure you buy eating apples rather than the sour ones used for pies.
ExampleThe orchard specializes in eating cherries, which are prized for their sweetness and firm texture compared to industrial varieties.
From Middle English etynge, from Old English eting.