eatery

noun

eat·ery ˈē-tə-rē

plural eateries

Synonyms of eatery

: luncheonette, restaurant

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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As of Monday, the longtime eatery appeared cleared out and dark. — Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 1 July 2026 The Griddle then announced May 27 as the opening for the new eatery. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 1 July 2026 As expenses continued to rise, the eatery’s former owners closed the doors for good in April. — Emma Hall july 6, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026 The eatery operated as Hello Uncle and built a strong following through pop-up events around the city. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for eatery

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eatery was in 1901

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