evening meal

/ˈiːvnɪŋ miːl/

dinner

We usually have a light evening meal before watching a movie.

This refers to the last meal of the day, often a light or simple one.

informal

The last meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening.

After work, we gathered for a quiet evening meal at home.

This describes a relaxed dinner after work.

In some cultures, this may refer to a light supper rather than a full dinner.

Collocations

light evening meala simple or small meal in the eveninghearty evening meala substantial or filling meal in the evening

a small food item eaten in the evening

a light meal or tea time in the evening

In some cultures, 'evening meal' may refer to a light supper, while in others, it is the main meal of the day.

The term can vary in meaning based on regional customs and personal habits.

Combination of 'evening' (the time of day) and 'meal' (a portion of food).

In some regions, 'evening meal' may be used interchangeably with 'dinner' or 'supper,' depending on local customs.

evening

the time of day after sunset

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meal

a portion of food eaten at one time

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