eat out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To dine at a restaurant or such public place.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

ăn tại nhà hàng hoặc nơi công cộng

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Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Jacky wanted Korean barbecue, but his mom didn't want to eat out.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To erode or encroach upon by gradually consuming.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

xói mòn hoặc xâm phạm bằng cách tiêu thụ dần dần

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To perform cunnilingus or anilingus.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Thực hiện hành động tình dục miệng

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Register: slang, vulgar

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “eat out” mean?

To dine at a restaurant or such public place.

Is “eat out” formal or informal?

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