Beaufet
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbəʊfeɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Beaufet is a noun meaning (archaic) A counter for refreshments; a buffet.
Meaning
(archaic) A counter for refreshments; a buffet.
More Meanings
- (archaic) A niche, cupboard, or sideboard for plate, china, glass, etc.
Example Sentences
What’s that I saw on the beaufet in the other room? It never used to be there. A sort of withered corpse of a cake—not an old bride-cake surely?’
A spacious beaufet, rising to the height of eight stages, or shelves, and filled with a profusion of gold and silver vessels, somewhat ostentatiously displayed the magnificence of the prelate, or of his sovereign.
Word Forms
- beaufets
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ambigu, buffer, spreadation, abreuvoir, basketful, contrefort.
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