dine on

phrasal verb

dined on; dining on; dines on

somewhat formal

: to eat (something) for dinner

We dined on pasta and fresh vegetables.

They dined on chicken every day for a month.

animals dining on fruits, leaves, and insects

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Here’s City writer, Sam Lee, who has gorged and feasted upon trophies galore in recent years, while the rest of us dine on scraps (or the Sela Cup, in my case). —

George Caulkin, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025 Learn about Black history with the African Lisbon Tour, meander through the colorful streets of Alfama, and enjoy Fado, traditional Portuguese music, while dining on local flavors. —

Essence, 8 Jan. 2025 Spend your days absorbing its wartime history, wandering the outdoor markets, dining on seafood, rejuvenating at a spa, or hiking secluded coastal trails before lolling on the white-sand beaches. —

Peggy Orenstein, AFAR Media, 6 Jan. 2025 Guests dined on Taco Bell after a night of dancing and partying. —

Becca Longmire, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for dine on