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larder

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Noun — A cool room or cupboard in a house used for storing food.

How to use larder

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stock the larder well-stocked larder

A slightly old-fashioned word — most modern homes would just say "pantry" or "cupboard."

Etymology

From Old French lardier, related to "lard" — originally a place for storing bacon.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “larder” mean?

The word “larder” means a cool room or cupboard in a house used for storing food. In plain terms, a pantry-like room for keeping food, or the food supply itself.

How do you pronounce “larder”?

“Larder” is pronounced LAH-duh (/ˈlɑɹ.dɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “larder” in a sentence?

Here is “larder” used in a sentence: “The larder was stocked with jams and pickles for winter.”

What part of speech is “larder”?

“Larder” is a noun.

Where does the word “larder” come from?

The word “larder” comes from Old French. From Old French lardier, related to "lard" — originally a place for storing bacon.

How many meanings does “larder” have?

“Larder” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cool room or cupboard in a house used for storing food.

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