Feast

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Feast

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun and verb

Pronunciation

FEEST  /fiːst/

Definition

As a noun: a large, elaborate meal, typically one in celebration of something. A religious festival. An abundant supply of something enjoyable. As a verb: to eat and drink sumptuously.

Plain meaning

A magnificent, plentiful meal eaten in celebration — and, more broadly, any rich abundance of something enjoyable.

Register

Elevated and celebratory. A feast is more than just a meal — it implies abundance, occasion, and shared pleasure.