Meaning of the word treat in English

What does treat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

treat

US /triːt/

UK /triːt/

behave towards or deal with (someone or something) in a certain way

Example:

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She treats everyone with respect.

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The doctor treated his patient kindly.

Synonym:

handle deal with manage behave towards act towards

apply a process or a substance to (something) to protect or preserve it or to give it particular properties

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The wood was treated with a special sealant.

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The water needs to be treated before drinking.

Synonym:

process apply a substance to cure preserve

pay for someone else's food, drink, or entertainment as a gesture of generosity

Example:

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Let me treat you to dinner tonight.

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It's my birthday, so I'll treat everyone to ice cream.

Synonym:

buy pay for host entertain

an event or item that is out of the ordinary and gives great pleasure

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Going to the amusement park was a real treat.

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She bought herself a little treat after a long week.

Synonym:

delight pleasure joy gift indulgence

a round of drinks or food paid for by someone else

Example:

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This round is my treat!

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He offered to buy them a treat at the cafe.

Synonym:

round shout gift present