kitchenette

noun

kitch·​en·​ette ˌki-chə-ˈnet How to pronounce kitchenette (audio)
: a small kitchen or an alcove containing cooking facilities

Examples of kitchenette in a Sentence

a hotel room with a kitchenette
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Alternatively, this area can be fitted with a proper kitchenette. Adam Williams march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026 Ideal for older parents, adult children or guests, the flexible plans feature full suites with a living area, kitchenette, separate bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet. Pulte Homes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026 Every unit includes a separate living area, dining table, and kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and espresso machine stocked with complimentary coffee. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026 The lot's opening has been delayed from March to mid-April to add amenities like a kitchenette. Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kitchenette

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitchenette was in 1870

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“Kitchenette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitchenette. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

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kitchenette

noun
kitch·​en·​ette ˌkich-ə-ˈnet How to pronounce kitchenette (audio)
: a small kitchen
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