Cafeterie
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cafeterie is a noun meaning (dated) Cafeteria.
Meaning
(dated) Cafeteria.
More Meanings
- (dated) Pantry, stillroom.
Example Sentences
It appeared that the cafeterie was the very lowest post in the hotel, and a dreadful come-down for a waiter […]
In front of a cafeterie in San Francisco I saw a donkey carrying sandwich-boards upon which was lettered the legend, “This Cafeterie employs non-union labor. Do not patronize it!”
There is no "diner," so we get off the train for breakfast, and have some more cafeterie experience. A plate, knife and fork are provided, the rest you are expected to do for yourself, pay your bill and depart.
Word Forms
- cafeteries
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cafeteria, buffeteria, automat, canteen, cafetorium, kafenio.
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