platter

noun

plat·​ter ˈpla-tər How to pronounce platter (audio)
Synonyms of platternext
1
a
: a large plate used especially for serving meat
2
: a phonograph record
platterful noun
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Examples of platter in a Sentence

large platters of hot turkey and ham The chicken platter comes with fries and coleslaw. She ordered the seafood platter.
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Spread the stracciatella cheese across the center of a large serving platter. Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 That collection includes serving trays, platters, linens, vases, and wine goblets with pops of blues and yellows for a coastal vibe. Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 If a winner is served on a silver platter, each side would be quick to pounce. Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026 Steal a few spoonfuls from the chip platter to top your tacos. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for platter

Word History

Etymology

Middle English plater, from Anglo-French, from plat plate

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of platter was in the 13th century

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“Platter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/platter. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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platter

noun
plat·​ter ˈplat-ər How to pronounce platter (audio)
1
: a large plate used especially for serving meat
2
: a phonograph record

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