donko

British

/ ˈdɒŋkəʊ /

noun

informal a tearoom or cafeteria in a factory, wharf area, etc

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Etymology

Origin of donko

origin unknown

Example Sentences

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Grilled caps of donko shiitakes the size of muffin tops are spread with a green goddess dressing with a tingling charge of yuzukosho.

From New York Times • Jul. 3, 2017

Recommended Dishes Green chickpea hummus; shallot labneh; strawberries and radicchio; wood-grilled donko shiitake; carrots with nut and seed butter; seared baby artichokes; dosa; strawberry-rhubarb pavlova.

From New York Times • Jul. 3, 2017

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