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A large meal, typically a celebratory one
“King Herod held a big feast to celebrate his own birthday and invited all the high officials and military commanders.”
A celebrated day or event, especially one dedicated to a particular person of thing
“The biggest holiday among Basques is the feast of their patron saint, Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuit order.”
Something enjoyable, especially one in plentiful supply
“For your pleasure is a feast of the finest entertainers in the land!”
An excessive or abundant amount or number
“The findings provide a feast of data about the characteristics of disaffiliation.”
A noisy feast or social gathering, often with much alcohol consumption
A noisy party or festivities
A bring-a-dish supper
Something that is considered a luxury or treat, especially food
An activity engaged in for amusement, or the act of engaging in one
To partake in a feast or large meal
“Perhaps we will even capture Caesar, but tonight we will feast on shrimp creole and prawns.”
To provide with a feast or large meal
“In ancient times, before a battle, a general would feast his soldiers with alcohol and meat.”
To delight, or to give pleasure or satisfaction to
“Feast your taste buds on Colombia's finest coffee at this ever buzzing café.”
To have lots of fun or excitement
Throw a party for someone
To take self-indulgent pleasure in
To supply or fill to excess
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