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Dish

UK /["/dɪʃ/"]/US /["/dɪʃ/"]/

Definition

a flat shallow container for cooking food in or serving it from

In simple words: A plate or container used for serving food.

Examples

  • I placed the salad in a large dish for dinner.
  • The dish was made of fine china and looked beautiful.
  • She ordered a spicy dish from the menu.
  • After dinner, we need to wash the dish and cutlery.
  • The chef created a new dish that everyone loved.

Usage notes

Use 'dish' for any type of food container, especially in cooking contexts. Avoid using it when referring to a specific type of food unless you specify (e.g., 'vegetable dish').

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'dish' as a 'delicious' container for food.

Collocations

  • deep
  • flat
  • shallow
  • in a/​the dish
  • clean
  • washed
  • dirty
  • clean
  • do
  • wash
  • main
  • side
  • favourite/​favorite
  • cook
  • make
  • prepare
  • the dish of the day
  • clean
  • washed
  • dirty
  • clean
  • do
  • wash

Synonyms

  • plate
  • container
  • serving dish
  • casserole
  • platter

Antonyms

  • cup
  • glass
  • bowl

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'dish' as a verb meaning to serve food.
  • Using 'dishes' incorrectly for food when referring to types of cuisine.
  • Omitting the context when asking for specific 'dishes' at a restaurant.