eatery

noun

eat·​ery ˈē-tə-rē How to pronounce eatery (audio)
plural eateries
Synonyms of eaterynext

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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Last year, the eatery was included on OpenTable's list of the top 100 restaurants in America for 2025. Michael Guise, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026 Other on-site options include a coffee shop, an Italian restaurant, a Japanese eatery, and a sleek lobby lounge. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026 This is a trend that has been seeping across Walt Disney World and other eateries. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026 His future plans for the eatery include adding more local products to the menu, including local beer and wine, making small tweaks as needed and becoming more involved with the community. Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for eatery

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eatery was in 1901

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“Eatery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eatery. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.

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