larder

noun

lar·​der ˈlär-dər 

1

: a place where food is stored : pantry

2

: a supply of food

Examples of larder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The debut of chef-founder Tom Waters, diners are treated to an intimate, multi-course experience from the open kitchen, with a rotating, seasonal menu that celebrates Wales’ abundant larder. — Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

However, because black holes are surrounded by a light-trapping boundary called an event horizon, dormant black holes with larders that aren't quite so well stocked are far more elusive. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 June 2026

Carpet Beetles 101 Commonly referred to as dermestids, larder beetles, or skin beetles, carpet beetles feed on a variety of dry plant and animal matter. — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026

The antithesis of trophy hunting, this pursuit only targets old deer, and the meat is stored in the larder and either sold locally or used in the kitchens. — Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English larder, lardyr "supply of cured meat, place where such meat is prepared and stored," borrowed from Anglo-French larder, lardre (also continental Old French lardier), from lard, larde "cured pork fat, bacon" + -er, -re -er entry 2 — more at lard entry 2

First Known Use

1567, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for larder

• ardor
• carder
• harder
• retarder

Kids Definition

larder

noun

lar·​der ˈlärd-ər 

: a place where foods are kept