Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ready-meal
noun
/ˈrɛdi miːl/
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Definition
A pre-packaged meal that is prepared in advance and can be quickly heated and eaten without further cooking.
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Examples
- She grabbed a ready-meal from the freezer for a quick dinner.
- Ready-meals have become increasingly popular among busy professionals.
- He’s not a great cook, so he often relies on ready-meals.
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Meaning
A ready-meal is a convenient food option that saves time and effort, often sold in supermarkets and designed for immediate consumption.
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Synonyms
- convenience meal
- instant meal
- prepared meal