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catering

British  
/ ˈkeɪtərɪŋ /

noun

  1. the trade of a professional caterer

  2. the food, etc, provided at a function by a caterer

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The four friends aren’t just having a dinner party; they’re finalizing the catering menu for Charlie and Emma’s nuptials.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Instawork, the company that hired Arciga and more than 50 others like him that day, has historically been an employment agency, catering largely to stadiums, hotels and kitchens that need temporary workers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

The first courses will include catering and hospitality, and education and early years, from next year.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Allen and her son are at the vanguard of a fast-growing business catering to health-conscious parents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

I’ve also printed out flyers with Mama’s catering menu and prices.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan