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waiters

n. plural-only
A1 Beginner US //ˈweɪtɝz// UK //wˈeɪtəz// wait·ers

n. people who work in a restaurant and bring food and drinks to your table.

n. staff members who serve food and beverages to patrons in a dining establishment.


SIMPLE

The waiters are very friendly in this restaurant.

CONTEXTUAL

After we sat down, the waiters brought us menus and asked if we wanted any water.

COMPLEX

Experienced waiters must balance the technical demands of table service with the interpersonal skills required to manage customer expectations during a busy dinner rush.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'waiter'; while 'waitress' exists for women, 'waiters' is increasingly used as a gender-neutral term for a group.

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