minibar

noun

mini·​bar ˈmi-nē-ˌbär How to pronounce minibar (audio)
: a small refrigerator in a hotel room that is stocked with especially alcoholic beverages and snacks for guests

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The minibar, located outside, offers complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as wine and other spirits. Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024 In these rooms, the minibar is filled with healthy, yet tasty treats. Sherrie Nachman, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 So many places but probably on top of my list would be in the minibar at hotels like The Breakers, Aman and Baccarat. Shivani Vora, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024 In a luxurious touch, there was a minibar and a fine terrace for stargazing. Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for minibar 

Word History

First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of minibar was in 1971

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“Minibar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minibar. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.

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