cater to

idiom

variants or chiefly British cater for

: to provide what is wanted or needed by (someone or something)

The inn caters exclusively to foreign tourists.

The library caters to scientists.

That store caters for middle-class taste.

(disapproving) As a child he was spoiled by parents who catered to his every need.

Examples of cater to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Since then, the group has shared occasional projects and singles, but its presence on the charts has mostly been fueled by live albums, reissues, and special edition packages that cater to a devoted fan base still hungry for anything bearing that familiar name. —Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025

Moreover, brands like House of Puff blend luxury design with cannabis culture, offering products that cater to the sophisticated smoker. —Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025

Its leading players, like Nadler Modular, are innovatively presenting modular units that cater to wide-ranging needs in that sector. —Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2025

Ideal for multi-generational groups, the resort is designed to cater to all manner of travelers. —Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025

Rhymes for cater to

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue