Definition of Buffet
Buffet
buf·fet
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to repeatedly hit or strike violently, often used in context of waves or wind; to knock someone off their course, or cause harm or difficulty repeatedly over a period of time;
e.g. If you go sailing now, the storm will buffet your boat and possibly sink it.
(noun)
a blow made by the hand;
e.g. He gave the man a sharp buffet which injured him.
(noun)
a counter that has refreshments; a meal of several dishes that is set out on a table from which people can serve themselves;
e.g. There is a breakfast buffet downstairs in the hotel.
(noun)
a variety or assortment of offerings;
e.g. She literally has a buffet of clothing options to choose from, yet she has no idea what to wear.
(adjective)
served as a buffet; served informally;
e.g. They had a buffet luncheon the other day.
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