Greasy spoon

Greasy spoon

/หŒษกriหzi หˆspuหn/
Noun General British

British (and American) term for cheap cafรฉ serving fried food.

Etymology & History

British (and American) term for cheap cafรฉ serving fried food. The name from greasy eating implements. British greasy spoons serve full English breakfasts, builders' tea. Working-class eating establishments, no-frills. Cultural institution.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
๐Ÿ’ฌ
Formality
Slang
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