A treat
noun
Something pleasant or enjoyable that is not usually or often done.
Going to cinema was a treat for little Johnny.
Often appears as...
- a special treat
- a rare treat
noun
An act of providing what is needed or desired for someone.
She decided to treat everyone to ice cream.
Often appears as...
- treat someone to something
- treat yourself
noun
A way of dealing with or influencing a situation or person.
Our boss is very strict in how he treats matters of tardiness.
Often appears as...
- treat a situation
- treat a person
noun
A procedure or medicine to help someone get better from an illness or injury.
The most effective treat for this condition is physical therapy.
Often appears as...
- treat a condition
- treat a disease
Usage tips
Technical
noun
Something pleasant or enjoyable that is not usually or often done.
Going to cinema was a treat for little Johnny.
Often appears as...
- a special treat
- a rare treat
noun
An act of providing what is needed or desired for someone.
She decided to treat everyone to ice cream.
Often appears as...
- treat someone to something
- treat yourself
noun
A way of dealing with or influencing a situation or person.
Our boss is very strict in how he treats matters of tardiness.
Often appears as...
- treat a situation
- treat a person
noun
A procedure or medicine to help someone get better from an illness or injury.
The most effective treat for this condition is physical therapy.
Often appears as...
- treat a condition
- treat a disease
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Special Occasions
Used to refer to activities or items reserved for special events or rewards.
Her parents gave her a trip to the theme park as a treat for her birthday.
Pro Tip 2/2Unexpected Joy
Implies that the experience is a pleasant surprise or a break from routine.
Being allowed to stay up late to watch the meteor shower was a treat for the kids.
Pro Tip 1/2Special Occasions
Used to refer to activities or items reserved for special events or rewards.
Her parents gave her a trip to the theme park as a treat for her birthday.
Pro Tip 2/2Unexpected Joy
Implies that the experience is a pleasant surprise or a break from routine.
Being allowed to stay up late to watch the meteor shower was a treat for the kids.
Pro Tip 1/2Special Occasions
Used to refer to activities or items reserved for special events or rewards.
Her parents gave her a trip to the theme park as a treat for her birthday.
Pro Tip 2/2Unexpected Joy
Implies that the experience is a pleasant surprise or a break from routine.
Being allowed to stay up late to watch the meteor shower was a treat for the kids.
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