This is the 1807th most frequent Japanese word.
外食
Eating out.
The word '外食' (gaishoku) refers to eating out or dining at a restaurant.
昨日は家で料理をせずに外食しました。
Yesterday, I ate out instead of cooking at home.
Here, '外食' is used to discuss the general concept of eating meals outside one's home.
外食は便利ですが、毎日だと健康に良くない場合があります。
Eating out is convenient, but it might not be healthy if done every day.
In this sentence, '外食' emphasizes the social aspect of dining at a restaurant with others.