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Eat-Out

/ˈiːt aʊt/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A meal eaten at a restaurant or outside the home.

    "We decided to have an eat-out at our favorite Italian restaurant."
  2. 2

    An occasion when people go out to eat together.

    "The team organized an eat-out to celebrate their project completion."

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The term 'eat-out' originated in the late 20th century, combining the verb 'eat' from Old English 'etan' and the preposition 'out,' indicating a departure from home dining. It reflects a cultural shift towards dining in restaurants and social eating experiences.

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