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Regale

/rɪˈɡeɪl/
verbCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
As verb
  1. 1

    To entertain or amuse someone with stories or anecdotes.

    "He regaled us with tales of his adventures in the Amazon."
  2. 2

    To provide someone with great enjoyment or delight.

    "The chef regaled the guests with a sumptuous feast."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'regale' comes from the Latin 'regalare', meaning 'to feast' or 'to entertain'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century, evolving to mean to entertain or delight someone with stories or lavish hospitality.

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