dinette
Americannoun
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a small space or alcove, often in or near the kitchen, serving as an informal dining area.
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Also called dinette set. a small table and set of matching chairs for such a space or alcove.
noun
Etymology
Origin of dinette
Example Sentences
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Stella bought a dinette set on sale for $725.
From Textbooks ● Apr. 22, 2020
Settling into the dinette where he regularly hosts guests, Nelson is an intensely receptive listener, eyes twinkling when he lets out full-lung laughter, but never straying.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 28, 2018
Five bedrooms, two baths, formal living and dining rooms, library, den, great room, upgraded kitchen with dinette area; 3,074 square feet.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 25, 2018
Table for Five Easy Pieces: Tempers flare as newlyweds struggle to assemble their Ikea dinette set.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 31, 2017
Three men sat in dinette chairs beside the garage with a piece of plywood balanced on their knees.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
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