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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The suite came equipped with a family-style dining table, kitchenette, massive sectional couch, and—best of all—a terrace featuring a private infinity pool that looked out into the ocean. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026 The new proposal is for much larger structures of 160 to 226 square feet, each with a bathroom and kitchenette containing a refrigerator, microwave and sink. Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 But the design, which includes a shuttered interior window, kitchenettes and two laundry setups, effectively locks off into apartments, Terry Peterson said. Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 10 June 2026 For those wanting a more homey stay, Mountain View Lodge, set on 10 acres, has comfortable guest cabins with amenities like kitchenettes and private porches. Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 10 June 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 20 Jun. 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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