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feasting

[ˈfiːstɪŋ]

feasting Definition

the act of eating and drinking in celebration or festivity.

Using feasting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "feasting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wedding reception was a night of feasting and dancing.

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    The holiday season is a time for feasting with family and friends.

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    The king's feasting hall was filled with food and drink.

feasting Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with feasting

  • feast one's eyes on

    to look at something with great pleasure or admiration

    Example

    As an art lover, I always enjoy feasting my eyes on the paintings at the museum.

  • feast or famine

    a situation in which there is either an abundance or a severe lack of something, with no middle ground

    Example

    As a freelancer, my income is often feast or famine, with some months being very busy and others completely dry.

  • feast of reason

    an occasion or situation where intelligent discussion and debate take place

    Example

    The conference was a true feast of reason, with experts from different fields engaging in lively debates and discussions.

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Summary: feasting in Brief

Feasting [ˈfiːstɪŋ] refers to the act of eating and drinking in celebration or festivity. It is often associated with special occasions such as weddings, holidays, and other celebrations. Phrases like 'feast one's eyes on' and 'feast or famine' extend the meaning of 'feasting' to admiration and scarcity respectively.