waiter

[ˈweɪtər]

waiter Definition

a person, typically a man, who serves food and drinks to customers in a restaurant.

Using waiter: Examples

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

  • Example

    The waiter brought us the menu.

  • Example

    The waiter was very polite and attentive.

  • Example

    I left a tip for the waiter.

  • Example

    The waiter recommended the special of the day.

waiter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for waiter

Phrases with waiter

  • head waiter

    a waiter who is in charge of the other waiters in a restaurant

    Example

    The head waiter showed us to our table.

  • waiter's friend

    a type of corkscrew used by waiters to open wine bottles

    Example

    The waiter used a waiter's friend to open the bottle of wine.

  • waiter's tip

    a small amount of money given to a waiter as a thank you for good service

    Example

    I always leave a waiter's tip if the service is good.

Origins of waiter

from 'to wait', meaning 'to attend on'

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Summary: waiter in Brief

A 'waiter' [ˈweɪtər] is a person, usually a man, who serves food and drinks to customers in a restaurant. They take orders, serve food and drinks, and handle payment. Phrases like 'head waiter' and 'waiter's friend' are also used. A 'waiter's tip' is a small amount of money given to a waiter as a thank you for good service.

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