Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
garcon
noun
gar-kon
Definition
A French term used to refer to a waiter, often in a restaurant setting.
Examples
- The garçon brought our drinks promptly.
- In Paris, you can always spot a cheerful garçon in a bistro.
- The restaurant was so busy that the garçon had to rush between the tables.
Meaning
It literally translates to ‘boy’ in French, but in English, it is commonly used to denote a male server in dining establishments.
Synonyms
- waiter
- server
- attendant
