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tavern

Pronunciation: [ˈtæv.ərn]

Word

Context: “food and drink”

(noun) a place where people go to eat, drink, and sometimes enjoy entertainment. It's similar to a restaurant or a pub where you can gather with friends.

Example

Last night, we enjoyed a delicious dinner at the local tavern.

Example

We decided not to go to the tavern because it was too crowded and noisy.

Example

What do you like to order when you visit a tavern?

Context: “historical”

(noun) a type of old-fashioned inn or pub where travelers could find food and a place to sleep. Long ago, people would stop here during their journeys.

Example

The historical tavern was built in the 1700s and had a lot of character.

Example

While modern hotels are great, they don’t have the charm of a traditional tavern.

Example

Have you ever stayed at a historical tavern during your travels?

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