Eat Definition
eat
verb
- take in solid food; "She was eating a banana"; "What did you eat for dinner last night?"
- eat a meal; take a meal; "We did not eat until 10 P.M. because there were so many phone calls"; "I didn't eat yet, so I gladly accept your invitation"
- take in food; used of animals only; "This dog doesn't eat certain kinds of meat"; "What do whales eat?"
- worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way; "What's eating you?"
- use up (resources or materials); "this car consumes a lot of gas"; "We exhausted our savings"; "They run through 20 bottles of wine a week"
- cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid; "The acid corroded the metal"; "The steady dripping of water rusted the metal stopper in the sink"
"Eat" in song lyrics
See how eat is used in real songs:
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"We sitting at the table where the Benino's eat"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Othorized F.A.M. — Salute -
"It's feedin' time, so hoe, come eat"
2 Live Crew — Hangin' Out -
"And pop rap couldn't get a dime to eat"
3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood
Words that rhyme with eat
Usage tips for "eat"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "eat" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for eat to find words that pair well.