The Clue
Lighten up? (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DIET
Tags
Notes
The answer DIET is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
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Definition
DIET as a noun:
1. a prescribed selection of foods
2. a legislative assembly in certain countries (e.g., Japan)
3. the usual food and drink consumed by an organism (person or animal)
4. (diet, dieting) = the act of restricting your food intake (or your intake of particular foods)
DIET as a verb:
1. follow a regimen or a diet, as for health reasons; "He has high blood pressure and must stick to a low-salt diet"
2. eat sparingly, for health reasons or to lose weight