buffet car

American  

noun

Railroads.

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

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buffet car British  

/ ˈbʊfeɪ /

noun

1. a railway coach where light refreshments are served

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Etymology

Origin of buffet car

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

Everyone in the buffet car was in "a state of shock", she said as she praised Mr Crean's calm in the moment.

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He said he was determined to confront the attacker to give another passenger time to close the door of the buffet car, where other passengers had gathered.

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As people ran to the buffet car he said he wanted to make sure passengers were safe.

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"Not once in the 11-hour journey did we have any official announcement... we just had a rumour mill from drivers to the buffet car."

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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.

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