platter

noun

Definition of platternext
as in plate

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Recent Examples of platter In return, Lucky will serve Priscilla (Annette Bening) and Whittaker (William Fichtner) to the FBI on a silver platter. — Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Salumeria 104 Come for Mediterranean vibes in a sidewalk cafe setting across from the sand at this Atlantic Beach restaurant—the inclination to sip an Aperol spritz and share a charcuterie platter is strong. — Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2026 The kitchen scenes are a combo platter of boot camp, frat house hazing ritual and kung fu movie. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 Transfer green bean mixture to a platter and sprinkle with the remaining 1 Tbsp. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Aug. 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
  • That brought to the plate three-time All-Star Adley Rutschman, who was still in search of his first signature moment as a Red Sox.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • According to National Geographic, as the Arabian plate began to move further under the Eurasian plate, the two plates crumpled together, creating the Zagros Mountains — an impressive stretch of peaks that still exist in Iran.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of plate
Noun
  • In all, there are 12 components available for purchase, from the $8 SIM card tray to the $90 OLED screen assembly.
    — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Its vintage ribbed texture and matching glass tray impart a homey but modern feel to any kitchen.
    — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of tray
Noun
  • Stir in the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, then transfer to a small bowl.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Millions of dollars in agricultural equipment are stored beneath the lower seating bowl.
    — Tim Graham, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of bowl
Noun
  • Visitors are encouraged to bring refillable water bottles or cups.
    — Jamal Goss, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Tacos at the waffle place, waffles at the chicken place; our cups indeed runneth over.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of cup
Noun
  • The chipmaker is set to increase the cost of servers containing its artificial intelligence chips, including Vera Rubin and Grace Blackwell, by more than 15% in many cases, according to the outlet.
    — Michelle Fox, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The most sensitive chip data was stored in servers in Taiwan and sent over the dedicated transmission line to China only when needed.
    — Rakesh Kumar, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of server
Noun
  • Bakers can scoop up a three-piece set that works for everything from banana bread to a bubbling casserole.
    — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Scalloped Corn Casserole Corn stars in this crunchy, creamy, extra cheesy casserole that comes together with just a few ingredients.
    — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of casserole
Noun
  • Mianna's favorite part was watching her oldest son, Baylor, embrace his role as lead waiter.
    — Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Garcia has held various positions at the restaurant and hotel, working his way up from a hotel houseman to a waiter at the restaurant and now a manager.
    — Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of waiter
Noun
  • Add a table lamp, a vase of fresh flowers, and a saucer plate that matches your favorite coffee mug to sip your morning brew or a cup of hot tea for reading on weekend afternoons.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Avoid using plant saucers or trays outdoors and don’t place rocks or other solid objects in the base of plant pots.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of saucer

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