ˈpan.trē, ˈpaan-, -ri noun
( -es )
Etymology: Middle English pantrie, panetrie, from Middle French paneterie, from Old French, from panetier pantler + -erie -ery — more at panter
1. : a room or closet adjacent to a kitchen or dining room used for storing provisions or glassware and china or for serving
2. : a room (as in a hotel, ship, hospital) with refrigerating and other equipment for the preparation of cold foods (as salads, sandwiches, desserts) on order