happy meal en · NOUN
Etymology
From happy + meal, from Happy Meal. From being a meal that is supposed to bring joy. A genericization of the McDonald's trademark Happy Meal.
Meanings
- A restaurant fast food meal option for a child, which is usually boxed and includes a toy; typically comprising a main dish, a side dish (usually French fries), a drink (frequently a juice box), and dessert (frequently a cookie).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Meal | alternative | lexicographic | |
| happy meals | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
one fry short of a Happy Meal · three fries short of a Happy Meal · a few fries short of a Happy Meal