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Meaning of the word feast in English

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feast

US /fiːst/
UK /fiːst/
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Noun

1.

a large meal, typically a celebratory one held for many people and often for a particular occasion

Example:
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The village prepared a grand feast for the harvest festival.
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After the wedding, there was a magnificent feast with music and dancing.
Synonym:
banquetgalacelebrationrepastspread
2.

an annual religious festival

Example:
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The church celebrates the Feast of Saint Michael every September.
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Many cultures have special dishes prepared for religious feasts.
Synonym:
festivalholidayholy day

Verb

1.

eat and drink sumptuously

Example:
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They feasted on roasted lamb and fresh vegetables.
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The guests feasted until late into the night.
Synonym:
gorgegourmandizeindulgerevelcarouse
2.

give a feast to (someone)

Example:
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The king decided to feast his loyal subjects after the victory.
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They feasted the weary travelers with a warm meal.
Synonym:
entertaintreatregalehost
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