Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bread-plate

Noun
/ˈbrɛd pleɪt/
Definition
A small plate used specifically for serving bread at a meal.
Examples
  • Each setting included a bread-plate next to the dinner plate.
  • The waiter placed a freshly baked roll on the bread-plate.
Meaning
A bread-plate is typically smaller than a standard dinner plate and is used to hold bread, rolls, or other baked goods during dining.
Synonyms
  • bread dish
  • bread platter
  • roll plate