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Meaning of tray
A tray is a flat, typically rectangular or oval, container used for carrying or holding items.
Etymology of tray
The word "tray" originated from the Old French word "trai", which is derived from the Latin word "trahere", meaning "to pull" or "to draw", likely referring to the act of pulling or drawing a flat container.
Synonyms
platter
dish
plate
salver
server
platterful
container
holder
receptacle
vessel
plateful
salverful
serving dish
serving plate
serving platter
food tray
drink tray
cocktail tray
butler's tray
tea tray
coffee tray
dessert tray
bread tray
pastry tray
cake tray
cup tray
glass tray
utensil tray
tool tray
parts tray
organizer tray
display tray
showcase tray
Definitions
- A flat container, typically made of metal, plastic, or wood, used for carrying or holding items such as food, drinks, or objects.
- A flat, usually rectangular or oval, piece of material used for serving or displaying items.
Usage Examples
- She carried a tray of drinks into the living room.
- The waiter brought out a tray of appetizers for the table.
- The store display featured a tray of freshly baked pastries.
Antonyms
containerless
holderless
receptacleless
vesselless
plateless
dishless
serverless
platterless
empty-handed
bare-handed
unloaded
unencumbered
free-handed
unladen
unladed
unburdened
unsaddled