eatery
/'i:təri/
Definition
Noun: 1. A place where people go to eat; a restaurant or similar establishment: An "eatery" is a building or commercial establishment where meals are prepared, served, and eaten. It is a general, informal term for a restaurant, café, diner, or any place serving food to the public.
Usage
The word "eatery" is a common, informal noun used to refer to any type of food-serving establishment. It is often used in casual conversation, advertising, and local guides. * It is typically used as a countable noun (e.g., an eatery, several eateries). * It often appears with descriptive adjectives (e.g., a casual eatery, a popular local eatery).
Examples
- Noun:
- We discovered a charming little eatery on the corner of Main Street.
- The city's downtown area is full of diverse eateries, from pizzerias to sushi bars.
- This guide lists the best eateries in the neighborhood.
Advanced Usage
- "Fast-food eatery": A specific type of restaurant specializing in quickly prepared, inexpensive food.
- The new fast-food eatery is always busy at lunchtime.
- "Family-friendly eatery": A restaurant that is welcoming and suitable for children and families.
- They were looking for a family-friendly eatery for Sunday brunch.
Variants and Related Words
- Eat (verb): To consume food.
- Eating house (noun): A dated or formal synonym for "eatery" or restaurant.
- Restaurant (noun): A more formal and standard term for an establishment where meals are served.
- Diner (noun): A specific type of casual eatery, often with a counter and booth seating.
- Café (noun): A small eatery serving coffee, light meals, and snacks.
Synonyms
- Restaurant: The most direct and common synonym.
- Dining establishment: A more formal term.
- Bistro: A small, casual eatery.
- Canteen: An eatery in an institution like a school or office.
Idioms
- "Greasy spoon (eatery)": An idiom for a small, cheap, and often old-fashioned diner or café, typically serving fried food.
- He prefers the hearty breakfast at the local greasy spoon eatery.
Noun
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a building where people go to eat
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