butler's pantry

noun

: a service room between kitchen and dining room

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The two-story property has a spacious chef’s kitchen with marble countertops, Gaggenau appliances, double islands, and a butler's pantry, ideal for entertaining or catering. Emma Reynolds, Forbes.com, 16 June 2026 The interior has arched marble hallways and opulent gold walls in the 12 butler's pantries. Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026 Popular appliances to incorporate into a butler's pantry include microwaves, refrigerators, coffee machines, and toasters. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 19 Jan. 2026 The designer notes that butler's pantries also fall into this kitchen trend. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for butler's pantry

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First Known Use

1721, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of butler's pantry was in 1721

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“Butler's pantry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/butler%27s%20pantry. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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