bar

Definitions of bar
  1. noun
    a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
    synonyms: taberna
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    types:
    taberna clandestina
    (during prohibition) an illegal barroom
    type of:
    aposento, cuarto, habitación
    an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
  2. noun
    tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals
    synonyms: cervecería, pub, taberna, tasca
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    types:
    taberna
    a tavern where ale is sold
    type of:
    fonda, mesón, pulpería, taberna
    a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks
  3. noun
    usually inexpensive bar
    synonyms: bocadillería, cafetería, cantina, merendero
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