platter

noun

Definition of platternext
as in plate

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Recent Examples of platter Assemble ahead, platter up, wrap tightly, and keep in the fridge. — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 July 2026 The platter is also scratch- and stain-resistant, can be used to reheat food in the oven or microwave, and is dishwasher-safe for easy post-party cleanup. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026 The sterling silver platter also features mythological engravings on its surface, and is awarded annually to the Wimbledon Ladies’ Singles champion. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 July 2026 Serve up a showstopping main course on this striking platter from Crate & Barrel. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for platter
Recent Examples of Synonyms for platter
  1. plate
  2. tray
  3. bowl
  4. cup
  5. server
  6. casserole
  7. waiter
  8. saucer
Noun
  • When Devers stepped to the plate in the third with a runner on base, Angels manager Kurt Suzuki elected to take the bat out of Devers’ hand and intentionally walk him when the count got to 2-0.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 25 July 2026
  • While the offense took a bit to come around, Mack was always doing his thing behind the plate.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
Definition of plate
Noun
  • Simply hang a menu card outside your room before midnight, and breakfast arrives on a silver tray.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • The desk-sized vanity mirror features a sturdy silicone base with Mira, Rumi and Zoey’s faces on the bottom, alongside a tray for your hair accessories.
    — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 28 July 2026
Definition of tray
Noun
  • While the lamb is cooking, thinly slice the remaining onion half and transfer to a medium bowl.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
  • This food-safe lookalike can plate up salads and pasta dishes or serve as a decorative piece or fruit bowl.
    — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026
Definition of bowl
Noun
  • Child tray Every jogging stroller from Graco has a child tray with a cup holder and a compartment for snacks.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
  • Houdini’s breakfast the day of the stunt consisted of fruit salad and half a cup of coffee.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
Definition of cup
Noun
  • That allows developers to download it, modify it, and run it on their own servers for free, positioning it for easier adoption and a wider market globally.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
  • Earlier this week, fellow AI server maker Super Micro issued strong preliminary numbers .
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 24 July 2026
Definition of server
Noun
  • Then there’s the quadruple threat of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and evaporated milk to ensure that no bite of this casserole is dry.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 July 2026
  • This Dansk Kobenstyle enameled casserole dish with its geometric handles and subtle curves manages to be both stylish and understated in that ineffable Scandinavian way.
    — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
Definition of casserole
Noun
  • The actress said a waiter thoughtfully informed her that the team had beaten Cape Verde during the nuptials.
    — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026
  • Russel Terence Rebello of India worked as a waiter aboard the ship.
    — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Definition of waiter
Noun
  • Kane’s sick saucer passes from the half-wall have been replaced by, well, Bedard’s sick passes from the half-wall.
    — Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 23 July 2026
  • Let excess water drain before returning the pot to its saucer.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 July 2026
Definition of saucer

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