feeds 1 of 2

verb

Definition of feedsnext
present tense third-person singular of feed
1
as in boards
to provide food or meals for a charity dedicated to feeding the hungry

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2
as in provides
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption all week long colleagues have been feeding me ideas for a magazine article

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3
as in eats
to take a meal an all-you-can-eat buffet where families can feed heartily and fairly inexpensively

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feeds

2 of 2

noun

plural of feed
1
as in dinners
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment the company barbecue was an elaborate feed that was enlivened by country music and dancing

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2
as in meals
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time after soccer practice we were all ready for a hot shower and a satisfying feed

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feeds
  1. provides
  2. eats
  3. dinners
  4. meals
  5. caters
  6. gives
  7. menus
  8. sustains
Verb
  • The hub also provides compatibility with legacy USB-A peripherals, letting users easily attach older accessories.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • For newly qualified maritime officers, volunteering aboard a Mercy Ship also provides invaluable career experience in a highly specialized environment.
    David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of provides
Verb
  • If Chicago eats about half the deal, the Dodgers could trade a pitcher like Bobby Miller to the Windy City to appease the Cubs and bring Suzuki to Los Angeles.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
  • All 450 guests visiting the resort (there isn't room for any more) stay in one single building that is ski in-ski out, where everyone eats together over a half-week or week.
    Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of eats
Noun
  • This is the most confounding development since the DGA and the PGA announced that both of their guild dinners would be on the same day, February 8, this year.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Lunches are typically $20 and dinners are generally in the $40-55 range.
    David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of dinners
Noun
  • But as recipes like Lobster Mac and Cheese Casserole and Macaroni and Cheese with Cashew Cream and Broccoli prove, kids at heart (aka adults like us) can—and should—certainly enjoy mac meals, too.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Another standout feature is the full-service galley, which allows for gourmet meals prepared onboard.
    Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of meals
Verb
  • At Abercrombie & Fitch’s namesake brand, which caters more to millennials, digital sales drove 60% of revenue in the last full fiscal year.
    Melissa Repko, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
  • That's right, the system caters for streaming of music from a smartphone, too.
    Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of caters
Verb
  • Chappell then gives the tiny girl quick chest compressions.
    Hilary Shenfeld, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.
    Mike Jones, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of gives
Noun
  • Whole Foods creates unique holiday menus alongside its regular offerings.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In addition to the food and menus, the outfit is putting a great effort behind people who are passionate about their craft.
    Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of menus
Verb
  • This strategic approach effectively gains and sustains ongoing interaction.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • What sustains a show is whether a love affair feels deep, whether a character comes by a change in perspective honestly.
    Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of sustains
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