spence

noun

Definition of spencenext
chiefly British dialect
as in larder

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  1. larder
  2. buttery
  3. cuddy
  4. pantry
Noun
  • As the street food spread through the Arab world, ingredients shifted with larders and tastes: Palestinian cooks tend to prefer solely chickpeas in their falafel; the Lebanese often combine garbanzos and foul.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2024
  • In addition, the chefs dug into their culinary larders, adding personal touches.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 2 Apr. 2024
Definition of larder
Noun
  • This French cheese has a smooth, buttery texture with notes of rosemary, hay, and toasted nuts.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, The Courier-Journal, 13 Dec. 2024
  • La Cocina brings a taste of the northwesterly Catamarca region with empanadas that stand apart for their thick, buttery dough, hearty stew-like fillings, and seasonings like paprika and cumin.
    Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of buttery
Noun
  • Wright’s boat, a 21-foot cuddy cabin, remains moored at dock, just like his fishing/mentoring ministry.
    Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2022
  • Officials contacted people on the boat — described as a 30- to 35-foot-long cuddy cabin — and found 10 men and five women on board, according to a statement by the U.S. Border Patrol.
    Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2022
Definition of cuddy
Noun
  • Salmon Rub Seasoning Blend A worthy addition to Trader Joe’s chaotic spice mix lineup, this Salmon Rub disappeared from my pantry after a few months of constant use.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 12 Dec. 2024
  • And since the charity is looking to stock its food pantry, gift examples include ramen noodles, instant packs of oatmeal and single-serve coffee packs.
    Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of pantry
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