Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waitress
noun
ˈweɪ.trəs
Definition
A female server who takes orders and serves food and drinks in a restaurant or café.
Examples
- The waitress brought us our drinks promptly.
- After finishing her studies, she started working as a waitress in a local diner.
- The waitress was friendly and made great recommendations on the menu.
Meaning
A waitress is primarily responsible for attending to customers in a dining establishment, ensuring they have a pleasant dining experience.
Synonyms
- server
- food server
- waitstaff
- caterer