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Feast on Meaning in English

expression

ˈfist/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
FEEST-awn
fˈiːst/ /ˈɒn
FEEST-on

释义

To eat a large amount of something with great enjoyment, especially at a special meal or celebration. Can also be used figuratively for enjoying something intensely.

用法与细微差别

Slightly formal or literary; often used for describing big, celebratory meals, especially with 'on' plus a type of food ('feast on turkey'). Can be used figuratively ('feast on the view'). Not for everyday eating.

例句

The guests feasted on roast chicken and vegetables.

basic

At Thanksgiving, we always feast on pumpkin pie.

basic

The children feasted on candy after the party.

basic

We feasted on fresh seafood while watching the sunset by the beach.

natural

On our trip to Italy, we feasted on pasta and gelato every day.

natural

He stood on the mountain and feasted on the breathtaking view.

natural