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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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Private-credit funds, particularly those catering to wealthy individuals, have seen significant outflows due to concerns over credit quality, especially in the software sector.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

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

Economic Daily said there had been a “severe shock to the pricing system of the catering industry,” adding that this had resulted in lower quality and weaker profits.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

I have no problem with chefs like Redzepi catering to the elite — chefs have done that for centuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

The Hispanic Center catering job is hard core.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King

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