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catering

British  
/ ˈkeɪtərɪŋ /

noun

  1. the trade of a professional caterer

  2. the food, etc, provided at a function by a caterer

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The four friends aren’t just having a dinner party; they’re finalizing the catering menu for Charlie and Emma’s nuptials.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Their goal is to squeeze more revenue out of each seat flown, catering to travelers willing to pay up for lie-flat and extra legroom seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

I have no problem with chefs like Redzepi catering to the elite — chefs have done that for centuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

From 2029, agriculture, environmental and animal care, catering and hospitality, hair and beauty, and protective services will be added.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

“I didn’t know your mom had a name for her catering business!”

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan

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