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Definitions of buffet

noun
a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers

synonyms: bancone, dispensa

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mobile
furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy
noun
usually inexpensive bar

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bar
a counter where you can obtain food or drink
noun
a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves

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mangiata, pappatoria, pasto, scorpacciata, spanciata, vitto
the food served and eaten at one time

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