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