NYT Dictionary

BUFFET

/bəˈfeɪ/
NounVerbBUF-fetbuf-fet · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2026

Meaning

A counter or sideboard from which food and drinks are served or may be bought.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

Inherited from Middle English buffet (“stool”), from Middle French buffet (“side table”), from Old French buffet, of unknown origin. The modern pronunciation is remodelled after modern French buffet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

sideboardsmorgasbordcupboardbuffet mealblowcollisioncuffbattercounterbuff

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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