Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eat-out

phrasal verb
/ˈiːt aʊt/
Definition
To dine at a restaurant rather than preparing food at home.
Examples
  • On Friday nights, we like to eat out at our favorite Italian restaurant.
  • Eating out is a great way to try different cuisines without the hassle of cooking.
  • After a long week, we decided to treat ourselves and eat out instead of cooking dinner.
Meaning
Eating out refers to the act of consuming a meal in a restaurant or café instead of at home.
Synonyms
  • dine out
  • dine
  • take out