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tray Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A flat, shallow container with a raised rim, typically used for carrying, holding, or displaying food, drinks, or other items.
Usage Example
"The waiter carefully balanced the heavy salver of drinks as he navigated through the crowded restaurant."
Strongest
salver
platter
Weak
board
• noun (Context 2)
An open receptacle used in an office or on a desk for holding incoming or outgoing correspondence and documents.
Usage Example
"She placed the signed contracts in her outbox inbox before leaving for the day."
Strong
inbox
receptacle
• noun (Context 3)
A sliding drawer or compartment within a device, such as a printer or computer, designed to hold paper, discs, or other media.
Usage Example
"He pressed the button to eject the disc drawer from the computer tower."
Strong
drawer
Weak
slot
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tray. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tray