minibar

noun

mini·​bar ˈmi-nē-ˌbär How to pronounce minibar (audio)
: a small refrigerator in a hotel room that is stocked with especially alcoholic beverages and snacks for guests

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The only amenities that paired even better with the clifftop sunset view over Main Beach were the picture-perfect charcuterie board and the agave spirit-only minibar beside it, fresh lime waiting to be sliced. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025 Amenities: Complimentary minibar, lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks, restaurant Editor’s tip: Accommodations are split between two floors, but keep in mind that there is no elevator access due to the building’s historic nature. Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025 This three-bedroom retreat includes private outdoor movie nights, bespoke stargazing, beach pool villa access, butler service and a complimentary premium minibar. Kaila Yu, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025 There's also a decent minibar stocked with local treats, including the pale lager Karhu and Karl Fazer chocolates. Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for minibar

Word History

First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of minibar was in 1971

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“Minibar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minibar. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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