taverna

noun

ta·​ver·​na tä-ˈver-nə How to pronounce taverna (audio)
: a café in Greece

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Brown, meanwhile, highlights that she’s observed the human element of travel—as simple as listening to a story told by that taverna owner or watching a craftsman work before buying one of their wares—become a luxury in the face of the overwhelming crowds. Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2024 Gemini can get all the ancient wisdom while hopping from one taverna to the next, meeting new people, and living their best Greek holiday life. Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024 Renowned as the hidden gems of the Aegean, these pristine shores offer crystal-clear waters, virtually deserted beaches, and dreamy family-run tavernas. Christos Stergiou, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2024 The taverna at Psili Ammos beach is among the most iconic on the island, if not solely for its location. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for taverna 

Word History

Etymology

Modern Greek taberna, probably from Late Greek, drinking establishment, from Latin, hut, shop

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of taverna was in 1914

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“Taverna.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taverna. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.

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