Synonyms for
Waiters
Definition
Waiters are people who serve food and drinks in restaurants or cafes.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- waiters and waitresses
- head waiter
- waiter service
- waiter's station
- waiter's uniform
- waiter's pad
- experienced waiter
Word family
Usage note
While 'waiter' is traditionally male, 'server' is a gender-neutral alternative often preferred in modern usage. 'Waitress' is the female equivalent.
Example sentences
- The waiters took our order and brought us our food.
- The waiters wore black and white uniforms.
- The waiters at the cafe were very busy during lunchtime.
- The waiters at the fancy restaurant had to be very skilled and knowledgeable about the menu.
- The waiters at the hotel restaurant were very professional and courteous.
Quotes
"Good service is like a warm blanket on a cold night." - Veronica Bartles
"Tipping is not about generosity, it's about decency." - Steve Dublanica
"The difference between service and hospitality is that service is a monologue, hospitality is a dialogue." - Danny Meyer