diet

noun
UK: /ˈdaɪət/
US: /ˈdaɪət/

  1. The food that someone usually eats.

    1. My diet is not very healthy because I eat junk food often. [ ] [ ]
    2. A balanced diet, including fruits and vegetables, is essential for good health and well-being. [ ] [ ]

  2. A specific way of eating, usually to lose weight or for health reasons.

    1. I'm on a diet to lose weight before my wedding. [ ] [ ]
    2. Following a low-carb diet can be effective for weight loss but requires careful planning to ensure adequate nutrient intake. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

nutrition nourishment fare regimen
diet verb

  1. To limit the amount and type of food you eat, especially to lose weight.

    1. She is dieting to fit into her old clothes. [ ] [ ]
    2. Many people diet before summer vacation to achieve their desired body image for the beach. [ ] [ ]
diet adjective

  1. Relating to a special kind of food that you eat for health reasons or to lose weight.

    1. This is a diet soda with no sugar. [ ] [ ]
    2. The diet plan includes specific meals and snacks designed to promote weight loss gradually. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "diet" in English means: The food that someone usually eats., A specific way of eating, usually to lose weight or for health reasons..

The phonetic transcription of "diet" is /ˈdaɪət/ in British English and /ˈdaɪət/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "diet": nutrition, nourishment, fare, regimen.

Example usage of "diet": "My diet is not very healthy because I eat junk food often.". More examples on the page.