noun General Slang

cheat meal

CHEET meel · noun · informal

A planned off-diet meal of indulgent food.

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A scheduled break from a strict diet where you eat foods not normally allowed, for enjoyment or a psychological reset.

“Saturday's cheat meal is a full pizza and I've earned it.”
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cheat meal In A Sentence

Saturday's cheat meal is a full pizza and I've earned it.

Origin & Usage

Dieting/bodybuilding term for a controlled indulgence within an otherwise strict plan.

People Also Ask

What is a cheat meal?

A single planned meal where you eat foods outside your normal diet, usually as a treat or mental break from strict eating.

Is a cheat meal good for weight loss?

A controlled cheat meal can help with adherence and morale, but overdoing it can wipe out a week's calorie deficit, so portion still matters.

What's the difference between a cheat meal and a cheat day?

A cheat meal is one off-plan meal; a cheat day is a whole day of relaxed eating, which carries far more calories.

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