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Definition of kitchenette
kitchenette
/ˌkɪtʃ.əˈnɛt/
kitch · en · ette
Plural:kitchenettes
kitchenette Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
A very small cooking area or compact kitchen, typically equipped with basic appliances such as a mini-refrigerator, microwave, and sink, often found in studio apartments, hotel rooms, or dormitories.
Example
"The hotel suite included a convenient kitchenette where we could brew coffee and prepare simple meals."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 19th century by combining the English noun 'kitchen' with the French-derived diminutive suffix '-ette' (meaning 'small').
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kitchenette. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kitchenette