Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plateful
noun
/ˈpleɪt.fʊl/
Definition
A quantity of food that fills a plate.
Examples
- She served a plateful of spaghetti to her guests.
- After the long hike, I was ready for a plateful of stew.
- He always eats a plateful of vegetables with dinner.
Meaning
A plateful refers to the amount of food that can be served on a single plate, typically suggesting a generous portion.
Synonyms
- portion
- helping
- serving
