Meaning of the word "have a light dinner" in English

What does "have a light dinner" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

have a light dinner

US /hæv ə laɪt ˈdɪn.ɚ/

UK /hæv ə laɪt ˈdɪn.ər/

to eat a small or simple meal in the evening that is not heavy or filling

Example:

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I'm not very hungry, so I'll just have a light dinner.

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We decided to have a light dinner of salad and soup.