Buffet meaning

What does “buffet” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“buffet” is a noun and verb with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers.

buffet

noun

a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers
Synonymscounter sideboard
a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves
usually inexpensive bar
Synonymssnack bar snack counter

verb

strike against forcefully
“Winds buffeted the tent”
Synonymsknock about batter
strike, beat repeatedly
“The wind buffeted him”
Synonymsbuff

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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