as in restaurant
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
a simple East End caff that serves fish-and-chips and the like to a largely working-class clientele
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Recent Examples of caff
Years of conditioning have given rise to rumours of packed beaches, mega-resorts and caffs selling full English breakfasts.
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William Leigh, theweek, 14 May 2024
William Leigh, theweek, 14 May 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caff
Noun
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The rankings were determined by various factors such as crime rates, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, health statistics and local amenities, including access to bars and restaurants, according to Niche.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Oct. 2025
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On a street named Gaza lives Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a top-floor apartment near a sushi restaurant.—
Daniel Estrin,
NPR,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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And speaking of fall comforts, complete the cozy vibe with a batch of pumpkin pancakes straight from Luke's diner.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Oct. 2025
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Long before celebrity chefs and social media buzz, the city’s neighborhoods were dotted with coffee counters, family-run diners and grand dining rooms.—
Elissa Robinson,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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The park is surrounded by trees, bakeries, cafes, and more.—
Paula Soria,
AZCentral.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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La Maisonette, a cafe open for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea, also made a re-entrance following a 20-year closure.—
Jake Emen,
Robb Report,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Caff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caff. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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