dines; dined; dining
somewhat formal
: to eat dinner : to have the main meal of the day
We'll be dining at six o'clock.
She likes to dine at/in expensive restaurants.
I will be dining alone tonight.
We hope you have an enjoyable dining experience.
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“Dine.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/dine. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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