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buffet (1)

buf·fet [ bə fáy, boo fáy ] (plural buf·fets)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. self-service meal: a meal at which people serve themselves from various dishes set out on a serving counter or table

2. table with refreshments: a serving counter or table on which meals or refreshments are displayed

3. furniture dining-room sideboard: a piece of dining-room furniture with drawers for storing tableware

[Early 18th century. < French, "footstool, sideboard"]
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