Makeaway

//ˈmeɪkəweɪ// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A kit containing the ingredients for a meal, delivered by a restaurant to the diner's home for them to cook. UK

    "Thousands of venues are offering “makeaways” – a part-cooked takeaway that you finish off or reheat – so that you can enjoy fine dining in the comfort of your own home."

Example

More examples

"Thousands of venues are offering “makeaways” – a part-cooked takeaway that you finish off or reheat – so that you can enjoy fine dining in the comfort of your own home."

Etymology

Blend of make + takeaway.

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