buffet car

noun

, Railroads.

1. a car having facilities for preparing and serving light meals.

buffet car

/ ˈbʊfeɪ /

noun

1. a railway coach where light refreshments are served

Word History and Origins

Origin of buffet car¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

Passengers will benefit from "best experience in the market" with bigger seats, more legroom, increased luggage space and a buffet car on every service, according to Grand Union Trains.

From BBC

Could it be curtains for the buffet car?

From BBC

There is no social glue stronger than the buffet car.

From The Guardian

Alcohol was free-flowing in the buffet car, which was also doing a brisk trade in souvenirs such as window stickers and posters.

From BBC

The newest way to send your freight from China to Europe involves spending 15 days on a train that doesn't have a buffet car in sight.

From BBC