Deli
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɛli/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Deli is a noun meaning (informal) A shop that sells cooked or prepared food ready for serving.
Meaning
(informal) A shop that sells cooked or prepared food ready for serving.
More Meanings
- (informal) Food sold at a delicatessen.
Example Sentences
Delis usually offer a broader, fresher menu than fast food chains.
Part of the 'western arcade' (as it's known) is lined with delis, cafes and other shops, giving it the feeling of a bazaar.
The San Juan market is Mexico City's most famous deli of exotic meats, where an adventurous shopper can hunt down hard-to-find critters such as ostrich, wild boar and crocodile.
Where rectangular storage containers make a mess of mismatched lids and sometimes unstackable shapes, the ordinary cylindrical deli cups used for food delivery are far superior.
Word Forms
- delis
Synonyms for deli
Depending on context, synonyms include delicatessen.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include delicatessen, luncheonette, restaurant, diner, cate, drugstore.
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