tiffin
3 synonyms for tiffin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A light midday meal, especially as the term is used in South Asia and parts of the former British Empire.
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dejeuner
How to use tiffin
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tiffin box
pack a tiffin
Etymology
From an old English word "tiffing," meaning taking a small drink or snack, used in British colonial India for the midday meal.
Full origin of tiffin →Frequently asked questions
What does “tiffin” mean?
The word “tiffin” means a light midday meal, especially as the term is used in South Asia and parts of the former British Empire. In plain terms, a packed lunch, or the container it's carried in, especially in South Asian usage.
How do you pronounce “tiffin”?
“Tiffin” is pronounced TIHF-ihn (/ʈɪ.fɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “tiffin” in a sentence?
Here is “tiffin” used in a sentence: “They packed a tiffin of rice and curry for the train journey.”
What part of speech is “tiffin”?
“Tiffin” is a noun.
Where does the word “tiffin” come from?
The word “tiffin” comes from Old English. From an old English word "tiffing," meaning taking a small drink or snack, used in British colonial India for the midday meal.
How many meanings does “tiffin” have?
“Tiffin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a light midday meal, especially as the term is used in South Asia and parts of the former British Empire.
