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A large, shallow, oval dish used for serving food.
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A small, square glass or plastic dish, having ruled orientation lines that is used in biological experiments such as agar diffusion assays, propagation of bacteria and fungi, culture and screening of bacteria and yeast colonies.
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Alternative spelling of assay dish [A small, square glass or plastic dish, having ruled orientation lines that is used in biological experiments such as agar diffusion assays, propagation of bacteria and fungi, culture and screening of bacteria and yeast colonies.]
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A plate of food, but typically a small plate containing the same food item prepared in various different ways
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(cooking) An oven-proof metal tray used to hold foods in the oven.
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A measurement of hay equal to 10 flakes. Approximately 70-90 lbs (32-41 kg).
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A kind of bag made from woven dried leaves or various modern substitutes, used in the Philippines.
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(archaic) A niche, cupboard, or sideboard for plate, china, glass, etc.
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A type of conical washer.
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(art) A painted salver used as a ceremonial gift on the occasion of a birth in parts of medieval Italy
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A type of pre-formed packaging made from plastic that contains cavities.
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Alternative spelling of blue-plate special [(chiefly US, dated) A popular meal offered at a reduced price, usually in inexpensive eateries and often on a plate divided into compartments for different food items.]
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(chiefly US, dated) A popular meal offered at a reduced price, usually in inexpensive eateries and often on a plate divided into compartments for different food items.
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Alternative spelling of bung (“purse”) [A stopper, alternative to a cork, often made of rubber, used to prevent fluid passing through the neck of a bottle, vat, a hole in a vessel etc.]
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A device used to hold a water bottle so it can be attached to a bicycle.
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Any of several designs of closure used to seal bottles.
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A device used to remove the cap from a bottle
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A device for heating a baby's bottle.
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Alternative spelling of bottle opener [A device used to remove the cap from a bottle]
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(cooking) A dish comprising a mix of different foods, not all of which need be cooked, served in a bowl.
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Alternative form of breadbasket [A basket used for storing or carrying bread.]
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(agriculture) A region which has favourable conditions to produce a large quantity of grain or, by extension, other food products; a food bowl.
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a container for storing bread or other baked goods to keep them fresh
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A small, lightweight tray with a low rail around the edge used to carry a breakfast meal, sometimes utilised as a serving tray for someone in bed.
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(UK, slang, obsolete, historical, mostly plural) Any of the buildings comprising the Kensington Museum and School of Art.
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(agriculture) To plant seed saved from one's own harvest, as opposed to buying new seed from a seed company.
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(agriculture) The agricultural practice of planting seed saved from the farmer's own harvest, as opposed to buying new seed from a seed company.
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A container made of rigid material, often with a handle, used to carry liquids or small items.
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(countable) butler's pantry; serving pantry
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A movable tray or other mechanism for holding, securing, and transporting a removable component within a piece of equipment or machinery.
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A dish designed to serve cake.
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A warming pan, or similar device used by a priest to warm his hands
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A cylindrical or rectangular container usually of lightweight metal, plastic, or laminated pasteboard used for holding a dry product (as tea, crackers, flour, matches).
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Someone or something which cans.
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A conical bag, used, for example, as an applicator for henna with the tip snipped off.
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casserole (earthenware or glass dish)
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A plastic plate with a protruding lip used by young children who drop food when eating
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Mobile furniture used for the distribution of meals and drinks.
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A deep, often metal-lined drawer in a sideboard used for storing wines and liquors.
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(cooking) Any of several devices, involving a pan and a heater, used to warm food at the table, or to keep it warm.
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A large decorative plate, sometimes used under dinner plates or other savoury-dish vessels in a multi-course meal; also service plate or underplate.
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A small ornament on which a pair of chopsticks may be placed to prevent them from becoming contaminated or rolling off the table.
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The plunger used in an upright churn
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(dated) A small stand or tray, sometimes with wheels, used to pass something such as a decanter or wine bottle around a tabletop.
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Alternative form of coffee table book [A large book, usually with lavish illustrations, typically displayed on a coffee table.]
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Alternative spelling of collection plate [A plate or other container passed among the worshipers attending a Christian church service, into which donations of money are placed.]
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Alternative form of cooktent [A tent that is equipped with cooking paraphernalia that supplies food for a camp.]
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Alternative form of cooktent [A tent that is equipped with cooking paraphernalia that supplies food for a camp.]
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A simple building where food is cooked, for example in a logging settlement.
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An outdoor building for cooking.
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A tent that is equipped with cooking paraphernalia that supplies food for a camp.
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A small stand containing small bottles of salt, pepper, oil and vinegar for use at the table
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(obsolete) A board or table used to openly hold and display silver plate and other dishware; a sideboard; a buffet. [14th–18th c.]
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(rare) pyx (container for the host)
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A collective ensemble of eating and serving utensils such as knives, forks and spoons.
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A table, usually in a dining room, on which meals are served.
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Alternative form of dinnerplate [A plate on which dinner can be served.]
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A plate on which dinner can be served.
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The dishes used for serving dinner.
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A thin, flat, circular plate or similar object.
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(metonymically) A specific type of prepared food.
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The dishwashing area in a restaurant.
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A perforated rack on which washed dishes, etc. may be placed in order to dry.
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Any of several devices for supporting a dish; but especially a wooden tripod used in parts of the Middle East
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A cabinet for the storage and display of plates.
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(obsolete) A dish maker.
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A large basin or pan with a flat bottom in which dishes are washed.
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(idiomatic) Hands which are rough, reddish, and dry, as from irritation and chafing caused by immersion in hot water mixed with detergent.
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A rack for holding dishes.
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Alternative spelling of dish stand [Any of several devices for supporting a dish; but especially a wooden tripod used in parts of the Middle East]
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crockery used for serving or cooking food
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Someone who washes dishes, especially one hired to wash dishes in a restaurant.
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A thin, flat, circular plate or similar object.
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A perforated rack on which washed dishes, etc. may be placed in order to dry.
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A table located at an event or venue on which beverages are placed so that drinks can be supplied to guests.
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(obsolete) A table or set of trays on rollers used for serving food.
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A tray for holding eggs, as in an incubator, refrigerator, etc.
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A table centerpiece, usually made of silver, generally consisting of a central bowl with radiating dishes or holders.
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Synonym of everything but the kitchen sink
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(historical) A servant responsible for linen, handwashing, and providing water for the bath.
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(historical, UK) An office or place of household service where the ewers and table linen were kept.
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(chiefly in the SCA) Silverware (knives, forks and spoons), drinking vessels, and plates and/or bowls; those things one uses to eat a meal.
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A small bowl of warm water placed at each seat at a formal dinner for the guests to rinse their fingers with between courses.
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A wire rack for drying fish.
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(US) Eating utensils; cutlery, such as forks, knives and spoons.
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A bowl that is used to serve food, especially to pets.
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(US, slang) A large serving of mixed fast foods, such as hamburger patties, fries, macaroni salad, etc.
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A set of dishes, often pewter, containing a dozen pieces of several types.
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A collection of (often) related items bundled together for use as a gift, often in a container.
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(obsolete) A skin used to hold water in the Middle East.
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A machine designed and used for the washing and rinsing of drinking glasses, typically used in restaurants, bars and hotels.
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A large plastic bag filled with soil, in which plants are grown.
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A sack made from burlap, used for agricultural produce.
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A rack used to dry something, such as bricks, fish, or cheese.
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A chest insulated with a layer of hay or another insulant, formerly used to keep food hot.
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A round container, like a bowl, used in construction work.
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A turned kitchen tool used to transfer honey.
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A piece of mobile furniture within which cooked food may be kept hot, and from which it may be served.
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A main course or sidedish served hot during a meal.
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tableware designed for use in hotels and restaurants
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A machine which accomplishes a household function, such as cooking or cleaning.
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A cabinet for storing dishes.
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An often insulated container for holding ice cubes.
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A household item usually in the form of a plastic or metal device with a series of indentations such that the item may be easily filled with water (or another liquid) for the purpose of being placed in a freezer, from which it will later be removed, at which point it will contain easily separable ice cubes (or frozen cubes of whatever liquid was placed in it).
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Alternative spelling of ice cube tray [An ice tray.]
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Alternative spelling of ice tray [A household item usually in the form of a plastic or metal device with a series of indentations such that the item may be easily filled with water (or another liquid) for the purpose of being placed in a freezer, from which it will later be removed, at which point it will contain easily separable ice cubes (or frozen cubes of whatever liquid was placed in it).]
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Alternative spelling of jerrycan [A robust fuel container often made from pressed steel.]
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Alternative spelling of jerrycan [A robust fuel container often made from pressed steel.]
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A robust fuel container often made from pressed steel.
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(India) A bag for wheat or seeds, made from plant materials.
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A traditional long platform of brick, clay or concrete, used for heating in colder parts of China and suitable for sleeping on at night.
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(medicine, surgery) A shallow kidney-shaped basin for holding soiled dressings and other medical waste.
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A freestanding work area with worktop, cabinets, etc. in the middle of a kitchen, not against any outer wall.
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(dated) A kitchen cabinet with shelves, drawers, and various other features such as a weighing-scale.
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Obsolete form of kimnel. [(obsolete) A tub.]
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(dialect, historical) A tin can (containing two or three quarts) used for taking hot water out of a boiler.
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(historical) A platter or dish for serving food in Ancient Rome.
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Alternative spelling of lazy Susan [A rotating tray (turntable) used on tables and counters for serving condiments or food.]
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(obsolete) A gourmand; a glutton.
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(US) A lunchbox (food container) shaped more or less like a bucket with a handle.
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A container for transporting meals, especially lunch.
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A rack used for storing meat.
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A ventilated cupboard used to keep meat away from flies and other pests.
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(non-idiomatic usage) A tray used to hold meat.
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A refrigerated or chilled display case for selling meat and (sometimes) cheese.
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(figuratively) A large amount, particularly of something obtained through mining.
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A small, compact kitchen.
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(US) A plate lunch with more than one entrée.
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A small, shallow bowl used to serve sides or condiments.
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A toy kitchen where children can play at preparing food using mud, sand, water, etc.
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A Petri dish (or similar) that has multiple wells
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(Britain, Ireland) A desktop organizer; outbox.
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A disposable cardboard plate.
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(cooking) A small piece of aluminum foil or parchment paper, wrapped around food during cooking.
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plastic film used to seal laboratory containers
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An ornamental star-like Christmas lantern from the Philippines.
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A shallow flat receptacle with a raised edge or rim, used for carrying, holding, or displaying appetizers.
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disposable plates, cups, etc. intended for children's parties
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(slang) A person who works as a dishwasher.
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Alternative spelling of Petri dish [A shallow glass dish, with a loose-fitting cover, used to culture bacteria.]
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disposable plates, cups, etc. intended for use on picnics
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(informal, telecommunications) A Kᵤ-band satellite dish used by direct broadcast satellite systems, ranging from 18 to 31 inches in diameter.
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A protective table mat, usually heat-resistant, for a single setting of plates and dishes.
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Items of cutlery, crockery and glassware, and sometimes a place mat, arranged for a person at a dining table.
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Alternative form of place mat [A protective table mat, usually heat-resistant, for a single setting of plates and dishes.]
v
To place the various elements of a meal on the diner's plate prior to serving.
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(India) A full meal with a fixed set of dishes as components, often but not necessarily served at a restaurant.
v
To dish out or place food on a plate prior to serving.
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(dated) An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.
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(dated) A person in charge of the tableware (originally silver plate) in a restaurant.
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The visual arrangement of food on a plate and the accompanying utensils, etc., regarded as a factor in the choices people make about their food intake.
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Plates used for serving food and dining.
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A tray for serving foods.
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(obsolete, UK, dialect) A bag; a pouch.
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Alternative form of potter's field [(idiomatic) A public place where strangers, paupers, and criminals are buried.]
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An ornamental tray, dish, etc. used as a salver.
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A trolley used for food selection in restaurants or cafes.
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A very long dining table mostly used in institutions
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A fork intended for use when eating salad, often shorter than a usual dinner fork and sometimes having one of the outer tines shaped differently.
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A small plate for serving salad.
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A tray used to display or serve food or other items (such as a visiting card).
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(historical) A small room, next to a kitchen, where washing up and other domestic chores are done.
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A bag for holding seeds.
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Utensils from which food is served at table, such as platters, tureens and shakers.
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A set of dishes or utensils.
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serving the dishes of a meal in courses, one after another
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A plate or dish or platter used to hold food to be served during a meal, but not used in cooking.
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A utility room in a large house, traditionally used for the cleaning, counting, and storage of silverware.
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A suggestion as to how a particular food could be served; used especially on the packaging of ready meals where the illustration is markedly different from the contents.
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(informal) A dish at a restaurant, etc. intended to be shared between several people.
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A serving of food meant as an accompanying dish.
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A small dish served as an accompaniment to a main course or entrée.
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Alternative spelling of side dish [A serving of food meant as an accompanying dish.]
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Alternative form of side dish [A serving of food meant as an accompanying dish.]
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A dustpan with a hinged lid for collecting crumbs of food or ash from an ashtray.
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Style of catering where the food is delivered to the table on a platter held by the waiter and served to the customer's plate using a fork and spoon.
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(US) Knives, forks and spoons.
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A small receptacle kept beside a kitchen sink to hold utensils, cleaning materials or kitchen waste.
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Alternative form of six-pack [A collection of six of something bundled together, especially six cans.]
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A gravity-based device used to store and rotate round food and drink in a first-in-first-out manner.
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A salver, platter, or tray.
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A dish in a restaurant that is prepared and served as soon as possible, rather than being served as a specific course of a meal.
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Small useful items of merchandise including kitchen utensils.
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(chemistry) A thin hand tool, often made of nickel, for handling chemicals or other materials, when weighing, etc.
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A rack used to store spice jars or, less commonly, loose spices
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A large meal, especially one laid out on a table.
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A table in a bar etc. reserved for a group of regulars taking part in social discussion and beer drinking; a "regulars' table".
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Alternative form of stir plate [A flat magnetic stirrer]
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(Australia, colloquial, dated) An item of cutlery or crockery laid out on a table, but not used, and which can be returned to the drawer without being washed.
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Alternative spelling of table d'hôte [a menu offering a complete meal, with little choice, at a fixed price]
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(food service) Drinking water served at the dining table, traditionally chilled, usually without charge.
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The cutlery, crockery and glassware used in setting a table for a meal.
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(cooking) A culinary strainer, originally made from worsted cloth.
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Alternative spelling of teabag [A cloth or paper sachet containing tea leaves or herbal tea, designed to act as an infuser when submerged in hot water.]
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(now rare) A board or tray for holding a tea set; a tea tray.
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(historical) A standardised box, made of plywood with riveted metal corners, used to transport tea to markets.
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A table on wheels used to take food or drinks from the kitchen to the dining-room.
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Alternative form of tea tray [A tray for holding a tea service.]
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A machine that packages tea into teabags.
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(rare) Alternative spelling of tea tray [A tray for holding a tea service.]
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A type of plasticized carton for milk, juice and other drinks, originally in the form of a tetrahedron but now primarily in the form of a rectangular cuboid.
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A meal served on such a platter, typically comprising a selection of different dishes presented in small bowls.
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A rack designed to hold toasted bread, with a partition for each slice.
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A person or machine that makes toast (cooked bread).
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Alternative spelling of toast rack [A rack designed to hold toasted bread, with a partition for each slice.]
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A dish upon which the miller's share was measured as compensation for milling the farmer's meal.
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A small, typically rectangular or round, flat, and rigid object upon which things are carried.
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A small, tray-shaped table used to place small objects upon, and most commonly used to place meals on while watching television.
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A cloth laid across a tray on which to serve dishes, food etc.
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A system of food preparation, used in hospitals, in which trays move along an assembly line.
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A wheeled trolley for transporting food to the table.
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(archaic or historical) A plate on which food is served and/or cut.
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A stand, sometimes with short, stumpy feet, used to support hot dishes and protect a table; a coaster.
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Any similarly shaped container.
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(obsolete) A trough or tray.
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A flat-bottomed vessel, of width similar to or greater than its height, used for storing or packing things, or for washing things in.
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(uncommon) Alternative form of Tupperware [A food-storage container (often plastic), or a set of such containers.]
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A tray on which a meal can be informally served for eating while watching television.
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(UK) A plate intermediate in size between a dinner plate and a side plate, about 9½ inches in diameter.
v
To remove plates, etc. from a table after a meal.
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A large tub, such as is used for making wine or for tanning.
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A tray or basket formerly used to receive or convey that which is voided or cleared away from a given place; especially, one for carrying off the remains of a meal, as fragments of food; sometimes, a basket for containing household articles, as clothes, etc.
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(obsolete) A vessel or tray on which something is carried, as dishes, etc.; a salver. (See etymology of dumbwaiter.)
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Wood used for military materiel, especially in the context of historical warfare
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(archaic) A washbowl; a basin for washing.
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A tray for holding items while they are washed.
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A set of shelves for the organised storage of wine.
adj
(of a dinner service) Having courses already cut and handed it out to individual guests.
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