Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tiffin

noun

ˈtɪfɪn

Definition

A light meal or snack, especially one eaten in the afternoon or early evening.

Examples

She packed a tiffin for her lunch at work.
The children enjoyed a tiffin of sandwiches and fruit during their picnic.
In India, tiffin refers to the homemade lunches that are delivered to office workers.

Meaning

Tiffin refers to a meal, often associated with lightness and informality. It is commonly used in some cultures to describe a variety of small dishes or a midday meal.