food court
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of food court
First recorded in 1980–85
Example Sentences
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Our clique comes storming down the mall food court in that classic slow-motion strut, letting us know right away what we’re in for.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
Seek out longstanding institutions like Tunday Kababi, Raheem’s Kulcha Nihari and Ram Asrey, but also explore newer restaurants in the Hazratganj district and the recently opened Food Valley, the country’s largest outdoor food court.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025
In the food court, two freshmen debated whether the university had overreacted with the new police patrols and K-9 unit.
From Slate • Oct. 30, 2025
The colourful glare of the Oasis food court, which then included restaurants like Rock Island Diner and Ma Potter's, was a magnet for visitors.
From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025
George looks over from the food court, where he is wiping off tables.
From "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate
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