pizzeria

noun

piz·​ze·​ria ˌpēt-sə-ˈrē-ə How to pronounce pizzeria (audio)
Synonyms of pizzerianext
: an establishment where pizzas are made or sold

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To fully experience the city, carve out some time to spot street art, try the hottest pizzerias, and sip an aperitivo at a rooftop bar with an incredible view. Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2026 The thieves stole about $6,000 from the pizzeria. Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026 Turn your kitchen into the family's favorite pizzeria with this gourmet recipe. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026 So the atmosphere is more casual pizzeria than upscale restaurant like the original Acquario, on the Keller-Southlake border at 8849 Davis Blvd. Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pizzeria

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from pizza

First Known Use

circa 1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pizzeria was circa 1912

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“Pizzeria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pizzeria. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.

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pizzeria

noun
piz·​ze·​ria ˌpēt-sə-ˈrē-ə How to pronounce pizzeria (audio)
: an establishment where pizzas are made or sold

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