Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cafeteria
noun
/ˌkæfəˈtɪəriə/
Definition
A cafeteria is a type of restaurant where customers serve themselves and pay at a counter.
Examples
- Many students eat lunch in the cafeteria at school.
- The hospital cafeteria offers a range of healthy meal options.
- During the conference, we gathered in the cafeteria for refreshments.
Meaning
It is a dining establishment that typically offers a variety of food options which patrons can select and gather in trays before eating.
Synonyms
- canteen
- self-service restaurant
- lunchroom
