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Definition of eatery

eatery

/ˈiːtəri/
eat · er · y
Plural:eateries
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eatery Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A commercial establishment where meals and refreshments are prepared and served to customers, such as a restaurant, cafe, or diner.

Example

"The downtown neighborhood is known for its lively street markets and casual family-owned eateries."

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• Rhymes for eatery

• Nearby Words

eat
eatable
eater
eatery
eave
eaves
eavesdrop

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in American English in the late 19th century, formed from the verb 'eat' (from Old English etan) and the place-denoting suffix '-ery' (on the model of 'bakery' and 'grocery').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eatery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eatery
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