Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sit-down-meal
noun
/ˈsɪtˌdaʊn miːl/
Definition
A meal that is eaten while seated at a table, typically involving multiple courses and a more formal dining experience.
Examples
- During the holidays, our family always enjoys a sit-down meal together.
- The wedding reception featured a wonderful sit-down meal with various courses.
- We decided to have a sit-down meal instead of a buffet for my birthday dinner.
Meaning
A sit-down meal is one where people gather around a table, as opposed to a fast meal eaten on the go or at a buffet.
Synonyms
- formal meal
- dinner party
- multi-course meal
