Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carry-out
noun
/ˈkæriˌaʊt/
Definition
A term used to describe food that is purchased but eaten elsewhere.
Examples
- We decided to get some carry-out for dinner instead of cooking.
- The local pizzeria offers a great variety of carry-out options.
Meaning
Carry-out refers to the practice of a customer ordering food from a restaurant and taking it to eat at home or another location.
Synonyms
- Takeaway
- Takeout
- To-go
