platter

Definition

  • noun: a large plate that is used for serving food and especially meat
  • noun: a large 'plate' used especially for serving meat
  • synonyms: plate, charger, trencher

Examples

  • He has had everything handed/given to him 'on a silver platter'. [=he has not had to work for the things that he has; he is very lucky and has been given everything he has]

  • The chicken 'platter' comes with fries and coleslaw.

  • a 'platter' [='plate'] of cheese and crackers

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