minibar

noun

mini·​bar ˈmi-nē-ˌbär How to pronounce minibar (audio)
: a small refrigerator in a hotel room that is stocked with especially alcoholic beverages and snacks for guests

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The complimentary minibar, stocked with New Harbor Distillery gin and whisky, South African wines and craft beer, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and local snacks, is a nice touch. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Mar. 2026 What the hell, grab a bag of mashuga nuts from the minibar. Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2026 Pushing overpriced minibars or rental car insurance is so passé. Christopher Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 28 Jan. 2026 Imperial Suites are 120 square feet and feature king-size beds, a lounge area, underfloor heating, a complimentary fully stocked minibar, and a welcoming bottle of Dom Perignon. Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minibar

Word History

First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of minibar was in 1971

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“Minibar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minibar. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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