English · Food & Drink
diet
/ˈdaɪ.ət/
[/ˈdaɪ.ət/]
habitual food intake
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A diet is the kinds of food a person usually eats, or a plan to eat less.
Example
A balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables helps keep the whole body healthy.
A balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables helps keep the whole body healthy.
Etymology
From Old French 'diete', from Greek 'diaita' (way of living).
How & Where It’s Used
Means both usual eating habits and a controlled eating plan.