love feast

English

noun
Definitions
  • (Christianity) A symbolic communal meal held by early Christians in commemoration of the eucharist; agape.
  • (Christianity) A religious service held by Moravians, Methodists and some other group, in imitation of such gatherings, characterised by partaking in a simple meal.
  • (figurative) Any banquet or gathering to promote goodwill among the participants.

Etymology

Compound from English love + English feast.

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English

feast

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