feed in English
- feed⇄adj. feedable.
- feed⇄expr. feed on (or upon),
a. to live at the expense of; prey on.
Ex. All feed on one vain patron (Alexander Pope).
b. to derive satisfaction or support from.
Ex. Grant me to feed on beauty's rifled charms (Robert Pollok). - feed⇄feed, verb, fed,feeding,noun.
- feed⇄noun 1a. food for animals; fodder.
Ex. Give the chickens their feed.
b. the allowance of food for an animal.
2. (Informal.) a meal for a person.
Ex. What a feed we had last night!
3. the act of feeding.
4. the act - feed⇄v.i. 1. (of animals) to eat.
Ex. We put cows to feed in the pasture. Cattle and horses feed on hay.
2. to go into a machine or the like for processing or other use.
Ex. information feeding into the computer. - feed⇄v.t. 1. to give food to.
Ex. We feed a baby who cannot feed himself. And He that doth the ravens feed ... Be comfort to my age! (Shakespeare). (Figurative.) He has fed his people with a steady diet of ""blood, sweat, and tears"" speeches (New York
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Feed
Part of Speech
Verb, Noun
Pronunciation
UK: /fiːd/, US: /fiːd/
Definitions
- Verb: To give food to; provide with nourishment.
- Verb: To supply with necessary materials, information, or resources.
- Verb: To nourish or support something or someone.
- Noun: Food given to animals, livestock, or a person.
- Noun: Information, news, or data supplied continuously (as in social media feeds or news feeds).
Usage Examples
- "She feeds her dog twice a day."
- "The company feeds information to the public through press releases."
- "The birds were fed by the local park visitors."
- "His social media feed is filled with photos of his travels."
- "The farm's feed includes hay, grain, and fresh water."
Etymology
Originating from Middle English "feden," from Old English "fēdan," meaning "to nourish or provide food." The word has roots in Proto-Germanic "*fōdjan" and Proto-Indo-European "*paed-" (to protect, to feed). Over time, the word evolved to also include supplying information or material in modern contexts like media feeds.
Synonyms
- Provide
- Supply
- Nourish
- Give
- Serve
- Support
- Furnish
Antonyms
- Deprive
- Starve
- Withhold
- Neglect
- Deficient
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Alimentar | /a.li.menˈtaɾ/ |
| French | Nourrir | /nu.ʁir/ |
| German | Füttern | /ˈfʏtɐn/ |
| Italian | Alimentare | /alimenˈtaɾe/ |
| Hindi | खिलाना (Khilaana) | /kʰɪˈlaːnaː/ |
| Mandarin Chinese | 喂 (Wèi) | /weɪ˥˩/ |
| Arabic | إطعام (Itʿām) | /ɪtˈʕaːm/ |
| Russian | Кормить (Kormit') | /ˈkɔrmʲɪtʲ/ |
| Portuguese | Alimentar | /a.li.mẽˈtaɾ/ |
| Japanese | 与える (Ataeru) | /aˈtaeɾɯ/ |
| Korean | 먹이다 (Meogida) | /mʌˈɡidʌ/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
The pronunciation of "feed" can vary slightly in different English dialects. In British English, the vowel sound may be more rounded, while in American English, it may be more clipped or nasal. In some regions, the word "feed" is pronounced with a stronger emphasis on the 'ee' sound, while in others it may sound softer.
Historical Usage
The word "feed" has been in use since Old English, initially in the context of providing nourishment to people and animals. Over time, it expanded into broader contexts, such as "feeding" information, particularly in the rise of media and communication technologies. It remains a commonly used word in agriculture, technology, and daily life.
Cultural Nuances
The use of the word "feed" can be metaphorical in many cultures. For example, in social media, "feeding" refers to the continuous stream of posts or information. In cultures with strong agricultural roots, the word may have a more literal meaning, tied to sustenance and farming. The term "feeding" is also used symbolically in spiritual contexts, such as "feeding the soul" or "feeding one's mind."
More Information
The verb "feed" has been one of the most versatile and essential verbs in the English language. It primarily refers to the act of providing nourishment, but it also takes on metaphorical meanings in the modern era, especially in the fields of media and digital technology. Today, "feeding" is used in a variety of contexts, from feeding animals and people to feeding data to machines and feeding information to the public.