buffet

(noun, verb)

noun

1. a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers

Similar word(s): counter, sideboard

Definition categories: man–made, furniture

2. a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves

Definition categories: food, meal, repast

3. usually inexpensive bar

Definition categories: man–made, bar

verb

1. strike against forcefully

- Winds buffeted the tent

Similar word(s): batter

Definition categories: contact, strike

2. strike, beat repeatedly

- The wind buffeted him

Similar word(s): buff

Definition categories: contact, hit

Sentences with buffet as a verb:

- to buffet the billows