ETYM French, a feast, prop. a dim. of banc bench; cf. Italian banchetto, dim. of banco a bench, counter. Related to Bank a bench, and cf. Banquette.
1. A ceremonial dinner party for many people; SYN. feast.
2. A meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed; SYN. feast.
ETYM French dîner, from dîner to dine. Related to Dine.
1. A party of people assembled to have dinner together; SYN. dinner party.
2. The main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday:.
ETYM French, a feast, prop. a dim. of banc bench; cf. Italian banchetto, dim. of banco a bench, counter. Related to Bank a bench, and cf. Banquette.
1. A ceremonial dinner party for many people; SYN. feast.
2. A meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed; SYN. feast.