First Known Use: 13th century
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supper
noun sup·per \ˈsə-pər\
: the evening meal
: a social event especially for raising money that takes place in the evening and includes a meal
: a light meal or snack that is eaten late in the evening
Full Definition of SUPPER
1
a : the evening meal especially when dinner is taken at midday b : a social affair featuring a supper; especially : an evening social especially for raising funds <a church supper>
2
: the food served as a supper <eat your supper>
3
: a light meal served late in the evening
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Origin of SUPPER
Middle English soper, from Anglo-French super, from super to sup — more at sup
SUPPER Defined for Kids
supper
noun sup·per \ˈsə-pər\
Definition of SUPPER for Kids
1
: the evening meal especially when dinner is eaten at midday
2
: refreshments served late in the evening especially at a social gathering
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