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larders

/ˈlɑːrdərz/

NOUN

1. Rooms for storing food

Cool rooms in domestic buildings used to store food and household provisions, traditionally larger than pantries.

1.1. Dedicated food-storage rooms

Separate rooms used to keep food, especially perishable goods and preserved provisions, in suitable storage conditions.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The farmhouse had several larders for storing meat, vegetables, and preserved foods.
  • The cooks organized the larders before the winter season.

Related Words

  • storerooms
  • cellars
  • food stores
  • provision rooms

1.2. Cupboards or enclosed food-storage spaces

Cabinets or enclosed spaces used to keep food supplies and kitchen provisions organized and accessible.

Synonyms

  • food cupboards
  • food closets
  • cupboards
  • presses

Examples

  • The old house had built-in larders beside the kitchen.
  • She stocked the larders with flour, rice, and canned vegetables.

Related Words

NOUN

2. Supplies or stocks of food

Quantities of food and provisions kept available for future use or consumption.

2.1. Stored food supplies

Collections of food and provisions maintained for household use, emergencies, or future consumption.

Synonyms

  • food supplies
  • food stocks
  • provisions
  • food reserves
  • stores

Examples

  • The villagers filled their larders with provisions before winter.
  • The families relied on their well-stocked larders during the long storm.

Related Words

  • stockpiles
  • rations
  • groceries
  • food reserves