canteen
(kæntiːn )
Word forms: canteens
1. countable noun B1+
A canteen is a place in a factory, shop, or college where meals are served to the people who work or study there.
Rennie had eaten his tea in the canteen.
...a school canteen.
...canteen food.
2. countable noun
A canteen is a small plastic bottle for carrying water and other drinks. Canteens are used by soldiers.
...a full canteen of water. [+ of]
3. countable noun
A canteen of cutlery is a set of knives, forks, and spoons in a specially designed box.
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Translations:
Chinese: 食堂, 食堂
Japanese: キャンティーン, 食堂
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