Meal
Meaning
Any of the regular occasions in a day when a reasonably large amount of food is eaten.
Pronunciation
UK miːl
US miːl
Example Sentences
- Typically, it takes 3-5 days for a snake to digest its meal.
- They may be large or small, eaten as snack food or as part of a meal, their fillings differing from region to region.
- Fish and chips gained popularity when the meal helped feed the masses during the First World War.
- Although deep-fried fish and chips are not considered a healthy meal, it is better for you than other fast food options.
- Fish and chips have less fat and calories than the average pizza, as well as a Big Mac or Whopper meal with medium fries.
- But while [it's] universally agreed the sandwich is a tasty meal, where did it come from, and importantly why is it worth celebrating?
- A classic starter or a side dish to any Korean meal, these spicy, salty, sweet and sour vegetables known as [kimchi] start their way sliced, tied in bundles.
- Even though it is served as an appetizer, it usually stays on the table during the whole meal, accompanying classics such as [bulgogi], [kalbi], and [mandu guk] (dumpling soup), while cabbage [kimchi] is often fried into [kimchijeon] pancakes and incorporated into numerous soups and stews.
- A staple of any Korean meal, the dish is so beloved that the locals even shout "[kimchi]!" when their picture is taken, in the same manner that Americans shout "cheese!".
- You can eat a meal or read a book.
Learn Meal in Context
What Is in Your Lunch?Do you know what is in your lunch? Lunch is a meal you eat in the middle of the day. Many people eat bread for lunch. Some people eat rice. Rice gives you energy. Bread gives you energy too. Vegetable...Read story 
Why People Love TrainsTrains can take you to beautiful places! Many people around the world love them. A train can carry hundreds of people at once. It moves fast and does not stop much. On a train, you can stand up and wa...Read story 
Food We Eat at SchoolDo you eat lunch at school? School food is fun and good for you. Many children bring food from home. They put it in a lunchbox. Some children buy food at school. The school kitchen makes hot meals. A...Read story 
Why We Share FoodFood is a gift. We share food to show we care. Mothers cook meals for their children. Fathers bring food home for the family. Friends share snacks at school. Neighbors give food to people in need. At...Read story
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