milk bar

American  

noun

1. a simple restaurant, often with an open front, or a counter or booth where milk drinks, sandwiches, etc., are sold.

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milk bar British  

noun

1. a snack bar at which milk drinks and light refreshments are served

2. (in Australia) a shop selling, in addition to milk, basic provisions and other items

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Etymology

Origin of milk bar

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

He also uncovered documents showing that the men in his company had called him “the milk bar commando” because of his love of milkshakes.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2024

But no matter the circumstances, Rwandans say the milk bar is here to stay.

From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2021

The first milk bar was opened in Warsaw in 1896 by a Polish dairy farmer.

From Washington Post • Oct. 7, 2021

Athletes were housed in existing accommodation, with 200 competitors boarding in army huts in Richmond Park – but they were given a milk bar.

From The Guardian • Jul. 20, 2012

For the hungry and sore-footed there are restaurants, a milk bar and an outdoor tea garden.

From Time Magazine Archive