bill of fare
Americannoun
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a list of foods that are served; menu.
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the program of entertainment, as at a theater.
noun
Etymology
Origin of bill of fare
First recorded in 1630–40
Example Sentences
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The end result fits in well on Simpson’s bill of fare, which is so traditional that King says they wouldn’t dream of calling it anything as newfangled as a menu.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
It’s terrific timing for the Tribeca Festival, which runs from June 8-19 and features its trademark community focus and sweeping bill of fare.
From New York Times ● Jun. 8, 2022
Alas, if all that some people know about vegetarian offerings is a “meh” item on a fast-food bill of fare, they’ll have made up their minds: “Yuck. I don’t like vegetarian food.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 5, 2022
Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., chairwoman of the House Republican Conference, was recently on the bill of fare served up by some of the House’s most conservative members and the Freedom Caucus.
From Fox News ● Jul. 26, 2020
There is no printed bill of fare, but the waiter calls off 'beefsteak, porksteak,' etc., and we make a comfortable meal.
From Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 by Maud Howe Elliott
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