Beanfeast
Beanfeast
Beanfeast (/biːnfiːst/) is a term originating from the British English language. The term is used to describe a festive meal, often an annual dinner given by an employer to their employees. The term is also used more generally to refer to any festive celebration with plentiful food and drink.
Etymology
The term 'Beanfeast' is derived from the tradition of serving a feast with a main dish of beans on certain festive occasions. The term was first recorded in the 19th century in England.
Related Terms
- Feast: A large meal, typically a celebratory one.
- Festival: A day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons.
- Banquet: An elaborate and formal evening meal for many people, often followed by speeches.
- Celebration: The action of marking one's pleasure at an important event or occasion by engaging in enjoyable, typically social, activity.
Pronunciation
- UK: /biːnfiːst/
- US: /biːnˈfiːst/
Usage
The term 'Beanfeast' is primarily used in the UK and is considered somewhat old-fashioned. It is often used in a historical or nostalgic context.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Beanfeast
- Wikipedia's article - Beanfeast
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