 buffet |
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| 1. | [ verb ] strike against forcefully | |
| Synonyms: | batter knock_about | |
| Examples: | "Winds buffeted the tent" |
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| Related terms: | strike | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (housing) a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers | |
| Synonyms: | counter sideboard | |
| Related terms: | furniture credenza minibar shelf drawer | |
| 3. | [ verb ] strike, beat repeatedly | |
| Synonyms: | buff | |
| Examples: | "The wind buffeted him" |
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| Related terms: | hit | |
| 4. | [ noun ] (food) a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves | |
| Related terms: | meal smorgasbord | |
| 5. | [ noun ] (business,food) usually inexpensive bar | |
| Synonyms: | snack_counter snack_bar | |
| Related terms: | bar milk_bar commissary | |
| Similar spelling: |
Buffett |
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