Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ri-geyl]
- /rɪˈgeɪl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [ri-geyl]
- /rɪˈgeɪl/
Definitions of regaling word
- verb with object regaling to entertain lavishly or agreeably; delight. 1
- verb with object regaling to entertain with choice food or drink. 1
- verb without object regaling to feast. 1
- noun regaling a sumptuous feast. 1
- noun regaling a choice article of food or drink. 1
- abbreviation REGALING refreshment. 1
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Origin of regaling
First appearance:
before 1650 One of the 45% oldest English words
1650-60; < French régaler, derivative of régal(e), Old French rigale, derivative of gale festivity (with prefix of rigoler to amuse oneself), derivative of galer to make merry; see gallant
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Parts of speech for Regaling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
regaling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
regaling usage trend in Literature
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