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butler's pantry

American  

noun

  1. a service room between a kitchen and dining room, typically equipped with counters, a sink, and storage space for china and silver.


Etymology

Origin of butler's pantry

First recorded in 1810–20

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Others are neatly arranged in her butler’s pantry.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

A formal dining room, paneled bar, spacious kitchen with a fireplace, and butler’s pantry make entertaining a breeze.

From MarketWatch Jul. 13, 2026

Seven bedrooms, four baths, extensive and original woodworking, floors and grand staircases; formal living and dining rooms with two fireplaces, perfect gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry; 4,448 square feet.

From Washington Times Oct. 13, 2022

A butler’s pantry is next to the kitchen.

From Washington Post Sep. 16, 2022

A butler’s pantry where the door closed softly behind them.

From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy

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