Repast
Noun
Definition: A meal or the act of eating.
Synonyms: Meal, Feast, Banquet
Antonyms: Fasting, Starvation
Examples:
- We gathered around the table for a delicious repast.
- The royal repast was fit for a king.
Mnemonics:
- Think of "re" as repeating or doing something again, so a repast is a meal you have repeatedly.
- "Past" in repast can remind you of the pastime of eating.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English 'repasten', from Old French 'repaistre' (to feed again), from Latin 're-' (again) + 'pastus' (food, feast).
Historical Usage:The word "repast" has been used since Middle English and has its roots in Latin.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"A sumptuous repast"
Explanation:Refers to a luxurious or extravagant meal.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "repast" with "repose."
Explanation:"Repast" relates to a meal or eating, while "repose" refers to rest or relaxation.