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/ˈbeɪkəri/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A place where bread, pastries, and other baked goods are produced and sold.
I stopped by the bakery to pick up some fresh bread and pastries.
A business that makes and sells bread and cakes.
The bakery in my neighborhood makes the best chocolate croissants.
An establishment that specializes in baking goods for retail or wholesale.
After years of working in different kitchens, she finally opened her own bakery.
Etymology
From the Middle English 'bakere,' which comes from the Old English 'ba(c)an,' meaning to bake.
Common Phrases and Expressions
back to the bakery:
To return to a place of origin, often used humorously.
take the cake:
To be the most impressive or outstanding (derived from baked goods).
baker’s dozen:
Referring to a group of thirteen, especially when one extra item is provided.
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Slang Meanings
Bakery is a term used for someone who is good at making decisions.
You're like a bakery, always rolling out the right choices.