Diner

usgb/ˈdaɪnər/
noun

A person who is eating, especially in a restaurant.

There were many diners enjoying their meal at the restaurant.
Visual representation of "diner" - A person who is eating, especially in a restaurant.

Often appears as...

  • busy diner
  • late diner
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Visual representation of "diner"
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Eating Context

Use 'diner' to refer to someone who is actively eating, not just present in a restaurant.

Illustration for Eating Context
The diners at table four ordered the chef's special.
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Not Always Customers

'Diner' can refer to anyone eating, not necessarily a paying customer.

Illustration for Not Always Customers
Family members at a reunion could be referred to as diners.
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Social Setting

'Diner' often implies a social experience, like dining out with friends or family.

Illustration for Social Setting
The diners were laughing and sharing stories over dinner.
Visual representation of the word "Diner"

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