caffs

noun

plural of caff, British
as in restaurants
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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  1. restaurants
  2. diners
Noun
  • Historic Printers Alley is chock full of restaurants, bars and music venues.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
  • As PepsiCo sought greater control over KFC’s franchised restaurants, disputes with operators emerged over franchise agreements and management policies.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of restaurants
Noun
  • As Fortune has reported, sit-down chains like the Cheesecake Factory and Chili’s have been winning over diners as fast-food prices climb.
    — Andrew McGowan, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Beyond lighting and sound, diners noted the importance of comfortable surroundings and thoughtful service.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of diners
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