eatery

noun

eat·​ery ˈē-tə-rē How to pronounce eatery (audio)
plural eateries

Examples of eatery in a Sentence

we usually go to lunch at an eatery that is just around the corner from the office
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What are the restaurants at Celestial Park at Epic Universe? Celestial Park has multiple eateries, giving guests different cuisines to choose from: Full Service Atlantic - Situated near a shimmering pool named for the Roman sea god Neptune, Atlantic specializes in surf and turf. Samantha Neely, USA Today, 23 May 2025 The beloved eatery that once hosted President John F. Kennedy is now a serene waterfront residence available through Lydia and Madga Sarkissian of Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty for $28 million. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 May 2025 Visit the nearby town of Warm Springs to enjoy local eateries and shops, or unwind at the renowned Warm Springs Pools for a relaxing dip in mineral-rich waters. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 18 May 2025 Manna is a locals’ favorite, where diners line up early for a table in the no-reservations eatery early for its limited five-hour service hours. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for eatery

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eatery was in 1901

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“Eatery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eatery. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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