English · Word Candidate

banquet

/ˈbæŋkwɪt/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: banquets · banqueting · banquetting · banqueted

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A large celebratory meal; a feast.

Noun

Examples

True, worthy Banquo; he is full so valiant, And in his commendations I am fed; / It is a banquet to me.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A ceremonial dinner party for many people.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To participate in a banquet; to feast.

Verb

Examples

I am resolved; 'tis but a three years' fast: / The mind shall banquet, though the body pine: / Fat paunches have lean pates, and dainty bits / Make rich the ribs, but bankrupt quite the wits.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

To treat with a banquet or sumptuous entertainment of food; to feast.

Verb

Examples

Not possible; for who shall bear your part / And be in Padua here Vincentio's son; / Keep house and ply his book, welcome his friends, / Visit his countrymen, and banquet them?

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “banquet” mean?

A large celebratory meal; a feast.

Is “banquet” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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