treat
n. countable B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈtɹit// UK //tɹˈiːt// treat
n. something special that you give to yourself or someone else to make them happy. It is usually something you do not have every day, like a nice meal or a small gift.
n. an item, event, or experience that provides unexpected or unusual pleasure. Often used to describe a small luxury or a reward for good behavior.
We went to the cinema as a special treat.
After working hard all week, she decided to buy a box of expensive chocolates as a treat for herself.
The annual trip to the seaside was considered the ultimate treat for the children, who spent months saving their pocket money in anticipation of the event.
Usage
Often follows the verb 'to be' or functions as the object of 'give' or 'buy'.