dine out

verb

dined out; dining out; dines out
Synonyms of dine outnext

intransitive verb

: to eat a meal away from home
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Examples of dine out in a Sentence

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Those are returns that almost any other pro would dine out on. Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 26 June 2026 For instance, cooking nutritious meals (and dining out less) is easier when your kitchen pantry is organized with bins and stackable airtight containers. Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 As prices for dining out rise across the country, patrons are looking for budget-friendly ways to continue enjoying going out to eat without breaking the bank. Molly Burford, Southern Living, 24 June 2026 Wants cover discretionary spending like dining out, entertainment, hobbies and vacations. Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dine out

Word History

First Known Use

1736, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dine out was in 1736

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“Dine out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dine%20out. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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