Whole Meal

What does it mean when a person is the whole meal?

An attractive person who is also likable

When a person is the "whole meal," they are the complete package, including looks, confidence, personality, and style. It's a step up from calling someone a "snack," which usually just means they're good-looking. When someone's a "whole meal," they're so appealing that it's like saying, "Forget the appetizer, this person is the main course."

The term started gaining popularity in the late 2010s, especially on Black Twitter and in meme culture, where people took "snack" to the next level with "whole meal" (sometimes even "three-course dinner"). It's now common on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter, and is often used by young people to hype up celebrities, friends, or romantic interests with a playful, flirty compliment.

Example

Did you see Jordan at the party last night? That outfit was next level
Please, Jordan wasn’t just a snack—Jordan was the whole meal
Right? Confidence, style, the vibe… they had it all
I’m still thinking about it. That was main course energy for real

Streamer declaring they are a whole meal

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Updated June 20, 2025

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