ˈiːtən

Definitions

1. noun

a place in the UK where the River Trent and River Mersey meet, now part of the city of Liverpool

“The historic Eaton area in Liverpool is a popular tourist destination.”

2. noun

a manor house in Staffordshire, England, that was once the home of the Earls of Shrewsbury

“Eaton Hall is a beautiful and historic estate in the English countryside.”

3. noun

a variant of Eaton, a common English surname

“The Eaton family has a long history in the United States.”

4. proper noun

a surname, especially of English origin

“John Eaton is a well-known author and historian.”

5. verb

to eat, especially to eat quickly or greedily

“She eats too fast and often gets indigestion.”

6. verb

to take in or consume something, especially food or drink

“The plant eats the sunlight and converts it into energy.”