The minibar
Example: The minibar offers drinks inside the hotel room
Definition
"The minibar" refers to a small, self-contained refrigerator typically found in hotel rooms, stocked with beverages and snacks for guests to consume conveniently during their stay. It is often used as a source of refreshment without needing to leave the room.
Etymology
The term "the minibar" combines 'mini,' meaning small, and 'bar,' referring to a place where drinks are served. It originated in the mid-20th century as hotels began offering compact, in-room service to enhance guest convenience. Did you know? The minibar concept revolutionized hotel hospitality by bringing the bar directly to the guest's room.
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"The minibar" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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