meal meal /ˈmiːl/

noun

1. () The food served and eaten at one time  ( repast , meal )
   the food served and eaten at one time
    The dining room is where we come together to share a meal and make memories as a family
   The dining room is where we come together to share a meal and make memories as a family
   
   
2. Coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse  ( meal )
   coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse
    The traditional corn meal is a staple in many cuisines.
   The traditional corn meal is a staple in many cuisines.
   
   
3. Any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or less fixed times  ( meal )
   any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or less fixed times