portion
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A part of something, especially an amount of food served to one person.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She ate only half her _____."
Answer: portion
In your own words, what does "portion" mean?
A part of something, especially an amount of food served to one person.
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