banquet — a formal dinner party for many people, often to celebrate a special event
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a formal dinner party for many people, often to celebrate a special event
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbæŋkwɪt/
Example Sentences
- The king threw a banquet so fancy that even the napkins had their own servants.
- She was invited to the annual charity banquet at the Grand Hotel.
- The medieval banquet featured a roasted pig that was bigger than most of the guests.
banquet
NOUN[/ˈbæŋkwɪt/]
a formal dinner party for many people, often to celebrate a special event
The king hosted a grand banquet to celebrate the historic victory.
The guests enjoyed a banquet filled with delicious food and celebration.
Everyone gathered at the banquet to celebrate and congratulate the newlyweds.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'banquet', derived from Italian 'banca' (bench or table) or possibly from Old French 'banc' (bench). The word originally referred to a meal served on a bench or table, eventually becoming associated with formal festive meals.
Breakdown
French 'banquet' (small bench/table for eating) + -et (diminutive suffix) = banquet (formal dinner party)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The king threw a banquet so fancy that even the napkins had their own servants.”
“She was invited to the annual charity banquet at the Grand Hotel.”
“The medieval banquet featured a roasted pig that was bigger than most of the guests.”
“The graduation banquet will be held in the school auditorium next Friday.”
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