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Tiffin

usgb/ˈtɪfɪn/Volume
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Cultural MealtimePlay
Understand 'tiffin' as a cultural term for day meals in India, less used in modern UK English. SlideIn Mumbai, people often enjoy tiffin delivered by dabbawalas.
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Not DinnerPlay
'Tiffin' specifically refers to a lighter, daytime meal and not a heavy evening dinner. SlideHe invited me over for tiffin, not dinner, so I expected sandwiches or pastries.
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Time BoundPlay
Use 'tiffin' for meals typically had around noon, distinguishing it from brunch or tea time. SlideShe asked if I was free for tiffin, implying a midday meal.