treat

²treat

noun

Definition of TREAT

1

a : an entertainment given without expense to those invited b : the act of providing another with free food, drink, or entertainment <dinner will be my treat>

2

: an especially unexpected source of joy, delight, or amusement <seeing her again was a treat>

Examples of TREAT

1. We took the kids to the water park as a special treat.
2. cookies and other tasty treats
3. She rewarded the dog with a treat.

First Known Use of TREAT

1651

Related to TREAT

Synonyms: delectation, feast, gas [slang], joy, kick, manna, pleasure, delight

Related Words: amusement, diversion, entertainment, fun, recreation; comfort, relief, solace; gratification, indulgence; ambrosia

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