scullery

[ˈskʌləri]

scullery Definition

a small room or section of a kitchen used for washing dishes and other dirty household work.

Using scullery: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scullery" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She spent most of her day in the scullery, washing dishes and cleaning up.

  • Example

    The scullery was located at the back of the house, near the garden.

  • Example

    The scullery maid was responsible for keeping the kitchen clean and tidy.

scullery Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scullery

Phrases with scullery

  • a sink used for washing dishes and other household items

    Example

    She filled the scullery sink with hot soapy water and began washing the dishes.

  • a female servant who works in the scullery

    Example

    The scullery maid was up early every morning to start her chores.

  • a male servant who works in the scullery

    Example

    The scullery boy was responsible for carrying water from the well to the kitchen.

Origins of scullery

from Old French 'escuelerie', meaning 'place where dishes are washed'

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Summary: scullery in Brief

The term 'scullery' [ˈskʌləri] refers to a small room or section of a kitchen used for washing dishes and other dirty household work. It is typically located at the back of the house and is often staffed by a scullery maid or scullery boy. The scullery sink is used for washing dishes and other household items.

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