English · Food & Drink
pantry
/ˈpæn.tri/
[/ˈpæn.tri/]
food storage room
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A pantry is a small room or cupboard where food and kitchen supplies are kept.
Example
She kept the pantry stocked with rice, pasta, and tins for quick weeknight meals.
She kept the pantry stocked with rice, pasta, and tins for quick weeknight meals.
Etymology
From Old French 'paneterie' (bread store), from Latin 'panis' (bread).
How & Where It’s Used
A storage space for dry food; the bread root recalls its original purpose.